Monday Morning at Pine Log Creek Trail - Mon, Apr 17 2023

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.



Monday Morning at Pine Log Creek Trail


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Bartow County, GA   Hike: Monday Morning at Pine Log Creek Trail  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Mon, Apr 17 2023  10:00 am >> Mon, Apr 17 2023 12:15 pm
Registration Opens: Thu, Apr 13 2023 3:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Mon, Apr 17 2023 10:00 am
Event Duration:2 Hours 15 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Distance:4.7 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Joyce T.
Email Trip Leader(s)
You must be logged in to get the Trip Leader contact information.
Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 12 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

It's going to be George's 100th AOC event, so come help him celebrate!  George lives north of town, so we're making it an easy drive for him today.

Those of you who have never been to the Pine Log Trail are in for a treat!  This ia one of the prettiest areas I've hiked, with plenty of free parking, lots of elevation changes, beautiful views, and a quarry pond with interesting rock outcroppings. 

The trail features a 4.7 mile path crossing seven rustic footbridges over Pine Log Creek. From two overlooks, hikers can view Pine Log Mountain - one of the highest elevations in Bartow County's Appalachian foothills - and the site of the Pine Log Cherokee Indian Village. The trail system includes two loops east and west and is rated moderate. Although some of the terrain is rugged there is only one significant climb, with an elevation gain of about 420 feet. The eastern loop takes hikers by an early CCC quarry pond for picturesque views.

For those who would like to join us, we'll be stopping in Cartersville for lunch on the way home at SWheat Market Deli - - a fabulous little restaurant that features a variety of organic meals (with vegetarian options) that have garnered a 5-star rating from Yelp.  Check out the deli menu and location at https://www.swheatmarketdeli.com/. (If SWheat Market Deli is closed, we'll eat across the street at Mellow Mushroom.)

We will limit the number of people with dogs to 3.  If you see three people already registered with dogs, please do not add yours.  All dogs must be kept on leash for the safety of others on the trail.


Required Items to Bring:

Plenty of water.

Good hiking boots.

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

Hiking poles if you like to use them.

Insect repellant and sunscreen


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

From Exit 293 on I 75 turn right onto US 411 North. After about 7.5 miles turn right onto GA 140 East. Continue approximately 3.2 miles to Pine Log Creek Trail System parking area on left.

34.347719, -84.6654405

4031 GA-140, Rydal, GA 30171


Notes:

https://www.atlantatrails.com/hiking-trails/pine-log-creek-trail-and-quarry/ - an interesting view and summary of the trail

No bathroom facilities are at this location, but there are plenty of trees!

Lunch after the hike in Cartersville at SWheat Market and Deli

5 East Main Street
Cartersville, GA 30120


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


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