Bridgestone/Firestone

Wayne wanted to explore the trails in Bridgestone/Firestone, so we met up in Sparta, drove to the trail area. Gate was closed for hunting, even though hunts were supposed to be over. We went to the Ranger Office at Virgin Falls and chatted with the guy with the maps. He shared his knowledge for possible future exploring. We found the way to Joe Holloway Rockhouse, and down the rocky roadbed to the River Trail. Nice camping area by the river. Some of the trees show beaver activity.

 Then on the Yellow Bluff to see the views from Boar Hog Gap Overlook, then Bee Branch Overlook for a lunch spot. It was cloudy and foggy while we ate, then opened up for the views. Then a drive out to Welch Point to see the view from there. Checking out the trail conditions and how they are blazed, lots of information gained.

It was raining a little bit driving to Sparta but we only had a little mist while hiking.

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