Our tour will begin at the South Londonderry Depot. The Depot was constructed in the 1870's and was the endpoint of the West River Railroad. After a brief pedal on a dirt road, we will begin on the West River Trail. Once we are on the trail we'll have two options; one option is to take the high road, the former site of the railroad, the trail is smoother and the gradient is the same for most of the ride to the Winhall Campground. The other option is to take the slightly more technical lower trail, which hugs the banks of the West River. The lower trail will offer a more challenging ride to the campground with roots, rocks, and potential mud puddles.
We will make our way through the campground via paved roads and then continue on the West River Trail. The trail will have some ups and downs but will remain wide and relatively smooth. After roughly one mile, we will have the option to ride out to an overlook and turn back or continue toward Angel Falls. Continuing past the overlook the trail becomes more technical and more strenuous. There is a steep climb followed by a technical descent and then a series of ups and downs to "Angel Falls".
*Helmets and bikes will be provided. Gloves and eye protection are not required, but are recommended. Class time devoted to lecture: 5-10 minutes
