Let's hike the Grand Loop from the Jockey Hollow Visitor Center Parking lot. There are a few different parking lots, here's a pin on Google Maps. https://maps.app.goo.gl/8ohj5uAVgNmrAVBcA

Meet on the path in the direction of the the visitor center at 9:30am, the hike begins promptly at 9:45am

note Cell service isn't the best in the area, download any maps you may need and be on time as I may not be able to check Meetup after I arrive

This is a moderately challenging hike with 1000 ft of total elevation and 6.25 mile distance, the All Trails link is below so you can assess the degree of difficulty for yourself. Note: we will have a different starting location so it will not be quite as long as the link shows (see photo for an elevation profile of our actual hike)

Grand Loop on AllTrails https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-jersey/grand-loop?p=70429369&sh=ex3s0o

Link to trail map: https://www.nps.gov/morr/planyourvisit/upload/Trail_Maps_Brochure-508-checked.pdf

Hiking Information This is an outdoor hike in the woods so conditions may include: mud, wet leaves, slippery rocks, fallen logs, crossing streams, and other elements of nature. Wearing proper footwear is a must. I recommend bringing at least one bottle of water and a snack.

You are responsible for your own safety when participating in any Meetup activity.