Saturday, March 31, 2012 Hike -- Yahoo Falls-Alum Ford Loop; Big South Fork, Whitley City, KY

Yahoo Falls-Alum Ford Loop is a 10-11 mile difficult hike. We will start at Alum Ford river access and go south on Sheltowee Trace Trail along the Big South Fork River. At Negro Creek Trail we hike uphill for 2+ miles to get out of the gorge. Then we cross Hwy 700 and continue on Yahoo Arch Trail. We pass an optional side trail to Marker's Arch for 0.5 miles one way. Next we hike on to Yahoo Arch and then to our finale of Yahoo Falls for great photo opportunities and a history story about Princess Cornblossom. Yahoo Falls is the tallest water fall in the BSF and all of Kentucky. We will finish our hike back to Alum Ford along Yahoo creek. This loop has numerous creek crossings, a long uphill climb and confusing trail signs. Wear hiking boots and dress for the weather. Hiking poles are recommended. Bring lunch, snacks and plenty of water. Depart from Cracker Barrel at 7:45am CT. There is a 2 hour drive to the trail head. For more information and to register contact Cindy Strang at 931-397-4750 or strangcl@hotmail.com, or Cheryl Heckler by e-mail at thehecklers@charter.net  Gas Cost $11. Photos: Cheryl