Blue Hole Hike & Swim (again) BEGINNER FRIENDLY

OVERVIEW

If you missed it last weekend, then you’re in luck: here’s another Blue Hole trip for you this Sunday. This is a quick and easy 3 mile loop with a swimming hole on the way. Copy-and-pasted description:

Blue Hole Out-and-Back is one of the most popular hikes in the area during the warmer months. Blue Hole is a swimming hole located about 1.5 miles from the parking area at Sugar Hollow/Charlottesville Reservoir. You’ll walk along the South Fork Moorman River for a good portion of the hike and there are several stream crossings along the way, so waterproof shoes are ideal. This is an excellent out-and-back hike, especially if it’s warm enough to swim! The Moorman River has a number of spots to explore and splash around. The trail climbs upward along the contours of the hillside through dense forest with a couple of stream crossings.

SCHEDULE
2 PM: Meet at Echols
2:45: Arrive at the lot and start hiking/swimming!
5:15: Back at the lot and head back to Cville

BRING
– Hiking shoes, waterproof sandals, and/or water shoes
– Towel + swimsuit
– Water + snack
– Sunscreen

DRIVER NEEDED!
-drivers get priority off the waitlist. The club reimburses for gas +50% tip!
-drivers need to show up to Echols with a full tank of gas!