Hiking - Mount Yonah (w/sunset) - Sun, Dec 21 2008

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Hiking - Mount Yonah (w/sunset)


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Cleveland, Ga
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Dec 21 2008  2:15 pm >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 12:45 pm   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Sat, Dec 20 2008 7:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sun, Dec 21 2008 8:00 am
Event Duration:per itinerary
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Trip Leader(s):
cliff j
Tony C
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:14
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
This hike is basically the one on Saturday that was was rained out...first priority was given to those registered for Saturday...any remanining slots are open for anyone else who would like to join us.

We'll begin by hiking at a moderate pace up the main Mount Yonah trail (approx. 1500 ft elevation gain in around 2 1/4 miles). As we near the top, we will veer off the main trail and hike along the side of the exposed rock face. If it is still too wet up there, there is a regular dirt trail that runs parallel to the edge

We will also check out "the Boulder" and then watch the sunset if the weather finally cooperates. Note that we aren't going to head down the mtn right after sunset...we'll probably hang out at the top for 10-15 afterwards and enjoy the fading light and views. This trail is not too difficult to follow and the trip leader has hiked down it in the evening before (just last week actually). But be sure to bring a headlamp or flashlight for this portion of the hike. We are going to take our time heading down as the trail is rocky in parts and we want to be safe. After the hike, we will stop for pizza...the restaurant has a buffet as well as other items on the menu.

The total distance for this hike should be about 5-6 miles. Total ascent will be around 1500-2000 feet. It does involve some moderately steep sections and rocky terrain. Pace will not be overly fast because we have should have plenty of time. So this will be a light D4 because of the elevation gain.

Here is the elevation profile for the main Mount Yonah trail:
Click on elevation profile for larger version:

PLEASE NOTE:
  • Hiking poles or a hiking stick are highly recommended for the steep and rocky sections.
  • There are restrooms (pit toilets) at the trailhead and also conveniently located 2/3 up the main trail.
  • The last half mile of our drive to the trailhead is on a gravel road.

    • Required Items to Bring:
  • headlamp/flashlight
  • emergency rain gear (even if chance of rain is minimal)
  • winter clothing (hat, gloves, etc)
  • water
  • trail snacks/lunch
  • hiking boots or trail shoes
    		• Recommended Items to Bring:
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  • trekking poles / hiking stick
  • camera

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:
    Directions to Trailhead:
  • From downtown Cleveland, GA, go north on 11/129 about .2 miles and take a right on SR-75 (Unicoi St/Helen Hwy).
  • Proceed 2.2 miles and take a right onto Tom Bell Road.
  • Proceed .9 miles and take a right on Chambers Road.
  • You will see the sign for the trailhead less than a mile down on the right.
  • Proceed .4 miles down this gravel road to the parking area.

    Directions will also be given at carpool.


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    • Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):120Mile(s)
    Carpool Departure Time: 12:45 pm
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    Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $48.00 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:
    there are restrooms at the Mount Yonah trailhead.
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