German Ridge (Day Hike +🐕)

Saturday, March 8, 2025

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM CST

German Ridge Recreation Area

XC37+9J

Derby, Indiana

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Near Derby, IN, this classic HNF hike offers a myriad of mileage options in 5 manageable loops.

Plan to meet at Lowe's at 8:30 AM (CST). We'll carpool to German Ridge for a day of hiking. Hiking begins by 10:15a. Lunch will be eaten on the trail.

We'll hike the southern-most loop (9mi) over the course of ~4.5 hours.

  • Distance: 9.0 miles
  • Difficulty: intermediate

WHERE/WHEN TO MEET:

ALL TIMES ARE LISTED IN CENTRAL STANDARD (CST)

  • 8:30a - Meet at Lowe's to carpool
  • 10:15a - Arrive at trailhead
  • 12:00p - Lunch on trail
  • 3:30p - depart for evansville
  • 5:00p - arrive in Evansville

WHO SHOULD JOIN:

  • People who enjoy long hikes on varied terrain

WHAT TO BRING:

  • sturdy shoes for hiking
  • water (for drinking) and snacks
  • Packed lunch (in your day bag)
  • Sunscreen and Bug spray
  • walking stick or hiking poles (optional)
  • clean shoes for the car ride

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:

  • These are mixed-use trails.
  • Trails are rated moderate due to varied terrain and steep elevation changes.
  • The pit toilets at the campgrounds are likely closed. Plan to stop on the way (I-64 & IN-37) for nicer restrooms.

COST:

  • Free

GROUND RULES:

  • Dogs permitted only upon approval from organizer.
  • Dogs are permitted off-leash on HNF trails, but otherwise must be on six-foot leash.
  • Leave no trace, and pack out all your trash.

MAPS / INFORMATION:

Attendee Limit: None
Waitlist Enabled: No
Guests Allowed: No
Who's Going
2 Members
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0 Waitlisted

Hosted by
  • Ken Schnautz

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Saturday, March 8, 2025

8:30 AM - 5:00 PM CST

German Ridge Recreation Area

XC37+9J

Derby, Indiana

Get Directions

Attendee Limit: None

Waitlist Enabled: No

Guests Allowed: No

Who's Going
2 Members
Member
Member
0 Waitlisted

Hosted by
  • Ken Schnautz