Vogel State Park to Blood Mountain Loop Hike

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Vogel State Park to Blood Mountain Loop Hike

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Vogel State Park

Date(s) & Time:

Thu, May 16 2024 8:00 am >> Thu, May 16 2024 4:30 pm (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Wed, May 8 2024 8:00 am

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, May 15 2024 10:00 pm

Event Duration:

8 Hours 30 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Distance:

9 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Gary Hubert

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Blood Mountain is the highest summit on the Georgia AT (4,458 ft). It is known for its breathtaking, long-range views. We will depart from Vogel State Park using the Bear Hair Gap Trail, Coosa Backcountry Trail, Duncan Ridge Trail, and Appalachian Trail to reach the summit of Blood Mountain. The total elevation gain will be approximately 2000 feet winding near streams, scenic forest, and interesting rock outcrops. We will spend 30 to 40 minutes at the summit to enjoy the views during our lunch break. Then we will return back down the Appalachian Trail, Duncan Ridge Trail and Coosa BackCountry Trail to intersect with the remaining section of the Bear Hair Gap trail that we have not hiked before to complete the lollipop loop. The pace of the hike will be approximately 2.5 mph with a few stops for water breaks along the way.

Carpool leaves at 8am from the Windward Park and Ride in Alpharetta.

PLEASE ARRIVE AT 9:15AM IF YOU ARE MEETING AT THE VOGEL STATE PARK VISITOR CENTER (Trailhead Parking).

Required Items to Bring:

Good hiking shoes/boots
Lots of Gatorade or water - you will want to stay hydrated!
Snacks/small lumch

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Hiking poles

Sunblock

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Take GA 400/US 19 north to Dahlonega. We will make a pit stop in Dahlonega at the McDonald's there. It will be on your left on US 19. Then take US 19 north to where it joins US 129 at Turners Corner. Continue north on US 19/129 for 11 miles to Vogel State Park. We will meet at the Visiter Center Parking Lot.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

125Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $50.00 using a reimbursement rate guideline of $0.400 per mile. The total amount should be divided by the number of people in the vehicle, including the driver. This is a guideline, not a rule, for drivers but the cost should not be higher unless there are extenuating circumstances.

Notes:

* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost Includes:

Parking fee ($5) - pay at park

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note:

No hiking on heavy rain/thunderstorms