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DescriptionUPDATE (5/1/07): Because of the size of our group, we will be car camping at Koomer Ridge Campground located within RRG. Here is a direct link to a two-page sheet on Koomer Ridge, which includes a campground map: http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/boone/documents/rogs/cumberland/koomer.pdf WEATHER FORECAST: http://www.weather.com/activities/other/other/weather/tenday.html?locid=USKY1339&from=search_10day Jon and the boys and I are going to get in on Thursday night. Look for a RAV4 with Indiana plates. We are going to try to get a site with lots of open sites nearby. From looking at the map I think for our group our best bet is going to be the area of sites 46 - 54 if possible. On Friday we are probably going to go out and do some exploring so we might not be in camp as people arrive. NOTE: You do still need to get the RRG permit for your vehicle ($5/3 days) in addition to the campground fee. CAMPGROUND FEE: $15/night for single site - 2 vehicles, 6 people max; $20/night for a double site - 4 vehicles, 12 people max ORIGINAL POST: Spending Mother's Day weekend in RRG is becoming a tradition for me and my sons, Calvin and Hobbes (12 and 7). Because it is planned as a kid-friendly trip, the planned hiking miles are relatively low. This is a good trip for beginners and for anyone with children as well as for anyone who likes to get together with TTers. (There is always that magical time of the day when the little ones are put to bed and the adults can gather round the fire.) This is a fantastic time of year to go. The morels are out. Everything is budding and starting to get lush. It's not too hot or too buggy yet. But it's warm enough for the kids to splash in the happy creek. They also had fun playing with the giant millipedes that were seen occasionally on the trail. My plan is to base camp and day hike from there, with plenty of lounge-around-the-camp time to allow the little ones chances to explore on their own schedule. You are welcome to join us with or without kids. IMPORTANT NOTE: This would be a great trip for those of you with SO's who are hesitant to camp or backpack. The camping will be a step up from car camping in that we will not be in a campground per se. However, it is a very easy hike to get to the campsites. And the RRG is extensive enough that for those who are willing and able, they can do a substantial hike during the day and meet back at base camp at night where the rest of us will be waiting. For those who are not up to the hike, there are plenty of things to see via car. And it is pretty darn comfy to just hang out in camp as well. There is even a portapotty at the parking lot. =) Trip Planning Info: Web site for more info: http://www.fs.fed.us/r8/boone/districts/cumberland/redriver_gorge.shtml You will need to have a car pass in your vehicle to park in RRG. You can buy these at the Shell station in Slade. Last time I checked the Shell station is open until midnight EST. If I remember correctly, they are $5 for a 3-day pass. You also can purchase maps there as well. You may also be able to call the Stanton District Office (of the Daniel Boone National Forest) for information and maps at (606) 663-2852. WEATHER FORECAST: http://www.weather.com/activities/other/other/weather/tenday.html?locid=USKY1339&from=search_10day
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