Lake Martin Voice Realty
Russell Forest Trail Run 2011 at Lake Martin
Attention runners (and walkers): Click here to register for the 2nd Annual Lake Martin Russell Forest Run on Saturday, February 26, 2011! If you haven’t explored the new Russell Forest Trails yet, this is a great way to experience a part of this 20,000+ acre trail system that lies a little north of Kowaliga Bridge, off of Highway 63. It’s also a good reason to make a winter trip to Lake Martin.
I had a good time running the 10K last year, so I’m signing up again. The registration website describes the terrain as “gently rolling,” but since I am used to training on some pretty flat ground, it was more than gently rolling to me. And a little chilly. But definitely a fun time. There is a 5K option this year, and you can always walk if you don’t like running. Oh – and the shirts they gave out were that cool, athletic “breathable” kind, – a step up from yet another cotton t shirt (for 10K runners only). Maybe they’ll do that again.
I’m looking for runners and walkers to join the Lake Martin Voice Realty team, and I’d love for you to sign up with us when you register.
Here’s a quick video clip from last year’s post-party
Flickr VideoI recently filmed a hike my family took on some of these trails. To get a sneak peek at the roads you’ll run, check it out:
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Russell Forest Run
The Russell Forest Run is this Saturday Feb 27th.
The 10k starts at 8 am. 10k is equal to 6.2 miles. $40 entry fee until feb 26th it is $50 the day of the race.
The one mile fun run starts at 9 am. Entry fee is $10
You can pick up your packet at the Discovery Center in between Catherine’s Market and Spring House on Friday afternoon between 4 and 6 pm, or on Saturday morning from 6 to 7:30 am. Good luck, hope to see you there.
Video Tour Of The Ridge – Beach Park, Ridge Trails
Since I have a waterfront lot listed for sale in Lake Martin’s The Ridge, I get a lot of questions about the various amenities of the Ridge. One of the huge benefits to owning a waterfront home or town home in the Ridge is access to all of the “stuff.”
Though I have been in the neighborhood countless times, I had never been by road to The Ridge’s Beach Park before yesterday. It was really nice, it has a big covered pavilion, changing / rest rooms, and, of course, a big beach. The water view is of Lake Martin icons Chimney and Acapulco Rock Islands.
While I was there, I also hiked a bit on some Ridge Trails (download a map). The developer, Russell Lands, has done a really nice job about incorporating off the water features here. There are tons of mulch lined trails through the woods, that explore common areas and various other parks in the Ridge.
One example is Red Oak Trail and Hickory Hill Trail, I took these down to Hidden Park. Hidden Park has its own gazebo, boardwalk, and fishing pier. It was really nice and peaceful. Now that the leaves are down, you can sit up on the gazebo and get a nice view of woods and water of Lake Martin.
If trail hiking is not your thing, you can stick to the sidewalks. There are many of those around The Ridge, too. Check out my video of the morning:
If you are interested, see my listing info for Lot 72 The Ridge.
Related Posts:
The Ridge Amenities Video Tour
Lake Martin Voice Neighborhood Spotlight: The Ridge
Cherokee Ridge Trail – Lake Martin
To continue the post I did yesterday on Lake Martin‘s Deadening Alpine Trail, I wanted to include these photos of the Cherokee Ridge Trail.
The Cherokee Ridge Trail is also maintained by the (duh) Cherokee Ridge Alpine Trail Association. Its trailhead is on the Scenic Overlook, on Overlook Drive off of Highway 50, just east of Martin Dam. It’s kind of near Ghost Hollow and Whiskey Ridge if you know where they are.
The Scenic Overlook offers stupendous views of Lake Martin, looking west, all the way to Kowaliga Bridge, with a little bit of a vision to the south (Martin Dam) and the northeast towards Chimney Rock. If you ever want to get a sense of the VASTness of Lake Martin, head here. Take a picnic, there are lots of little tables and lots of paved parking. From there you can drive down to Martin Dam (if the road is open) and check out the Dam close up.
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The Cherokee Ridge Trail is actually a system of trails. There are 3 that can be accessed here, The Cherokee Ridge Alpine Loop, The Chimney Rock, and the Kowaliga Bay Trails. Depending on how you hike it, you can take a 1 mile up to 7 mile hike.
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The trailhead is similar to the one on Deadening Alpine Trail in that you have a little sign in box and can borrow a staff if desired. Be sure to sign in so that they have an accurate count of visitors.
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As on all trails, please be careful and proceed at your own risk. This particular trail gives spectacular views, especially in the winter and fall when the leaves are changing colors or have no leaves so you can really see the water.
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