Holy Hike March 26th
Upcoming Hike on Thursday, March 26:
Twin Ponds Trail at Blue Wall Preserve
On Thursday, March 26, leaders will introduce Holy Hikers to the Blue Wall Preserve that is located near Landrum, SC. It has been designated by the Audubon Society as an important bird area where 114 bird species have been identified. "Blue Wall” refers to the name the Cherokee gave the Blue Ridge Mountains, and this foothill trail features views of both the NC and SC peaks that inspired that name.
We will hike the Twin Ponds Trail that creates a “lollipop loop” around two ponds. This 3.1-mile trail is rated easy with an elevation gain of 347 feet. The majority of the trail follows an old logging road. No special hiking equipment is needed; however, water-resistant shoes with good tread are recommended since some areas are muddy after rains. Dogs are allowed but must be kept on leash.
We will begin our hike at 11:00am, so pack a lunch and water. Because parking is limited, carpooling is recommended. Plan to arrive at the Parish Hall parking lot no later than 10:10am if carpooling or convoying from the church. The trailhead is located 23 miles from St. John in the Wilderness in the Blue Wall Passage Parking area (Dug Hill Rd & W Lakeshore Dr, Landrum, SC 29356). While GPS estimates drive time to be 34 minutes, add some extra time due to construction on the I-26 Green River Bridge. Please do not take Highway 176 since portions remain closed due to Hurricane Helene. See below for driving directions from St. John in the Wilderness.
