Hike & Chill at Hanging Rock State Park (Veterans Day Weekend Edition!)

This Veterans Day Weekend, we’re honoring rest, resilience, and reconnection with a special Hike & Chill at one of NC’s most scenic gems—Hanging Rock State Park!

Whether you're a veteran, family member, or supporter—everyone is invited to join us for a day of movement, mindfulness, and meaningful community.

📍 Hanging Rock State Park

1790 Hanging Rock Park Rd, Danbury, NC 27016

🅿️ Parking: Free parking available in the Visitor Center lot. Look for the LGSR signs when you arrive!

Event Details

🕤 Time:

• 9:30 AM – Arrive & Network

• 9:45 AM – Group Stretch

• 10:00 AM – Hike Starts

🌄 Trail Info:

• Terrain: A mix of rocky footpaths, packed dirt, and wooden steps

• Trail includes several beautiful waterfall views, shady forest paths, and scenic overlooks

• Expect natural rock stairs, creek crossings, and a few uphill sections—but we’ll take our time and rest as needed

• Difficulty: Moderate

• Length: Approx. 2.6–3 miles round trip

📸 Bring your phone or camera for epic nature photos + group shots!

🚫 Kid-Free Zone – This one’s just for the grown folks!

What to Bring:

💧 Water bottle

🧴 Sunscreen & bug spray

🥪 Light snacks

🧥 Layered clothing – it’s cooler in the mountains!

🌀 Optional hiking stick or trekking poles

👟 Sturdy shoes or hiking boots with grip

Merch Drop!

🧢 LGSR Shirts will be available onsite!

$25 Unisex + Women’s Fit Tees

$15 Cammies + Cropped Tees

🔥 Featuring “personality” statements + official logo tees

Post-Hike Chill

After the hike, we’ll wind down at a local restaurant for brunch

Reminders:

✔️ This event is open to everyone—veterans, military families, and civilians alike

✔️ Let’s walk in honor of mental health, community, and healing

✔️ Free Event | Donations welcome – CashApp: $LGSRaleigh

✔️ Carpooling encouraged – ride with friends to make it even more fun!

✔️ Arrive early for the best parking and ease

🌐 Find more hikes and events at letsgetsocialraleigh.com

Because freedom isn't just about what you fought for—it's also about how you care for yourself now.

Let’s walk it out, together. 💚

Come for the wellness, stay for the community.

Also check out other Trips & Adventurous Activities in Danbury, Health & Wellness events in Danbury.