Night Hike at Shinleaf Area, Segment 10

The full moon in September is on Tuesday the 17th, also known as the Harvest Moon – which was our wedding song nearly 30 years ago, coincidentally. It rises at 7:17pm. So we should start the hike by 6:15. Meet at 6 at the Shinleaf campground parking. The sun also sets around the same time that day, so that will be a bonus! We’ll probably start the return journey around 8pm and should be done by 9.

Location: MST Segment 10 - Shinleaf area

FROM MST GUIDE: EB Mile 55.8; WB Mile 22.7 | N35.99406, W78.65753

GOOGLE ADDRESS: 13708 New Light Rd, Wake Forest, NC 27587

Time of hike: 6:00 - 9:00 PM

Distance: 5.5 miles

Type: Out and back with sunset/moonrise at turnaround

Parking: Shinleaf campground

No pets allowed due to night conditions

Level of difficulty: Moderate given terrain and night conditions, light or headlamp required!

What to bring: HEADLAMP, water, snack and wear appropriate gear