2026 April Rocky Fork State Park Hike
Moderately strenuous out and back hike covering roughly 5–6 miles and about 700 feet of elevation gain on the Rocky Fork, White Oak Flats, and Headwaters trails. Expect cove forest scenery, a scenic overlook, and a pre registered group outing.
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