submitted by Gabriel Garretson
Four hikers, including hike leader, Gabriel Garretson went on a strenuous 10.5 mile circuit hike with 2300 feet of ascent and 11 streams crossings. We started on private property, in a cow pasture at the end of Rte 697, off Rte 340 just north of Rileyville. We decided, as a group, to do this hike, as an alternative to the Jeremeys Run retrace (with 36 stream crossings) that was scheduled, due to concerns about higher water levels. Other hikers included Michael Seth, Steve Braintwain and Suzanna Williams.
We managed to make it through the cow pasture without meeting up with the Bull. The water crossings required getting our feet wet but the 5 mile climb up Heiskell Hollow was moderate and not very strenuous. We also enjoyed seeing a concentration of Mt Laurel in full bloom on our return. Everyone agreed, it is much better to start a strenuous loop hike from lower elevation, if possible and finish most of the climb before having lunch. Thanks to the local property owner that makes this possible for hikers to enjoy.
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