No Turn On Red

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Monday, April 12, 2021

Roaring Run

The Monday Morning Hikers went to Roaring Run in Botetourt County (Virginia) today, and after about 4 inches of rain in the last 5 days, Roaring Run lived up to its name.

While not the highest I've ever seen it, Roaring Run was well beyond its usual flow.

Until today I've only hiked Roaring Run after leaves have emerged and matured. Today you could see the Falls (white speck about 1/4 down from the top) from a good distance.

Usually this section just has has a nice sheen of water over smooth rocks - makes for a good natural "slip-and-slide". Today you'd be risking your life to venture into the creek.

Roaring Run Falls are usually tame enough for this to be a good (but very cold) swimming hole. (See following photo.)

A more typical view of Roaring Run Falls, June 2019.

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