The Ring of Fire Solar Eclipse hike was a pleasant fall hike. Weather was good with low temperature and humidity. We started at the top of Raccoon Mountain at the East Overlook and descended to the river-side trailhead via the Live Wire 1 & 2 Trails. Once we left the overlook, we hiked about 2/3 the distance to the bottom and stopped long enough to have our snacks. Just short of exiting the trail shortly past 1 pm, the eclipse took place, but the only thing we noticed, was a slight dimming of the light. The sky was partially cloudy and we were on the western side of the mountain. I think these two factors led to the limited eclipse experience - along with being quite a distance east of the line of totality. I believe we encountered only 3 trail bikers on the hike. It was an easy 7+ mile hike.
If you would like to see some pictures taken during this hike, click here.
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