Corner of Echols
Corner of Echols
Historic James River Foot Bridge, Appalachian Trl, Big Island, VA, USA
Come join us for a day hike to Matt’s Creek Shelter along the Appalachian Trail!
We’ll start at the Historic James River Foot Bridge and follow the Appalachian Trail to Matt’s Creek Shelter. This is an easy-to-moderate hike and a great opportunity to spend the day outdoors, enjoy the trail, and explore the James River area.
🥪 Lunch at the Shelter
Once we reach Matt’s Creek Shelter, we’ll take a break and enjoy our packed lunches before heading back.
🌊 Take Your Time on the Return Trip
There’s no need to rush back! On the return trip, those interested can enjoy some extra downtime along the way, whether that means taking a dip in the river, relaxing by the water, or simply enjoying the scenery.
We’ll leave the return time flexible depending on what the group wants to do, but we’ll plan to be back no later than 4:00 PM.
🎒Packing List:
-Hiking boots or comfortable hiking shoes
-Packed lunch
-Snacks
-Plenty of water
-Swimwear and towel (optional)
🗺️ Trail Information
Full trail details and a map are available on https://www.alltrails.com/explore/trail/us/virginia/matt-s-creek-shelter-via-appalachian-trail.
Hope you can join us for a fun and relaxing day on the trail!