Raven Cliff Falls Sunny Saturday Hike | |||||||
The Basics: | |||||||
Event Type: | Hike | ||||||
Event Location: | Raven Cliffs Wilderness | ||||||
Date(s) & Time: | Sat, Apr 3 2010 10:45 am >> N/A (Carpool Departure: 9:00 am *log in for location*) | ||||||
Registration Opens: | Tue, Mar 30 2010 10:00 pm | ||||||
Registration Cut Off: | Sat, Apr 3 2010 5:00 am | ||||||
Event Duration: | 7 Hours | ||||||
Difficulty Rating: | D3: Moderate | ||||||
Trip Leader(s): | Jaime Lisa Maldonado 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: | 15 | ||||||
Minimum Group Size: | 8 | ||||||
Number Registered So Far: | 18 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area) | ||||||
Are Dogs Permitted: | No | ||||||
Itinerary: | |||||||
This is one of the most popular hikes in Georgia, and for good reason. Ravens Cliff Falls, which plummets over a 125 foot rock cliff, are a wonder to behold, and the very moderate 2.5 mile hike to the falls (5 miles round trip) in is almost equally as stunning. The path begins as a wide road near the junction of Dodd and Bear Den Creek. Trout fishing abounds here, and it is unusual to see any of the available fishing areas along the creeks empty on a weekend even in the middle of winter. The first 100 yards of the path is essentially a service road for these spots. The trail closely follows Dodd Creek up to the falls. On the path several additional waterfalls add to the pleasure of this trek. The path is rarely more than 50 feet from the creek, and this eastern facing cove has an abundance of wildlife. Listing all the plants would be time consuming, but more common are:ramp, Jack-in-the-pulpit, geraniums, trout lillies, astors, and abundant clumps of New York ferns. Be prepared to climb! We will be having lunch at the TOP of the falls! On the way back we could stop for a little bit of sightseeing in Helen GA, if there is interest. | |||||||
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How to Get There: | |||||||
Event Directions: | Take GA 400 north, which is also US 19. (34.71044, -83.78777) | ||||||
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip): | 148Mile(s) | ||||||
Carpool Departure Time: | 9:00 am | ||||||
Carpool Location: | Log in for location | ||||||
Carpool Directions: | Log in for directions | ||||||
Carpool Cost: | Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $59.20 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. | |||||||
Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy. |