Saturday 10-22-2011 Hike -- Maude's Crack in Big South Fork

This hike is a loop that descends to the bottom of No Business Gorge, and then follows the creek for a mile or so to the rim of the gorge. The last 100 feet of the climb is through Maude's Crack. There are relics of
an early 20 th century settlement along No Business Creek. There is a side trip to the John Muir Overlook. The hike is approximately 8 miles and rated moderate to strenuous because of the rugged terrain, a stream crossing, and two climbs. It may be necessary to have flip-flops or extra shoes to wade through water. Depart Cracker Barrel at 8:00am CDT. For more information and to register, contact Jim Lamb 931-484-5991 or jameslamb@frontier.com. Photos: Ginger Jim John McD