A Shorter Hike at Rocky Face Ridge - Fri, Dec 15 2023

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A Shorter Hike at Rocky Face Ridge


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: 2217 crow valley road dalton ga   Hike: A Shorter Hike at Rocky Face Ridge  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Dec 15 2023  1:00 pm >> Fri, Dec 15 2023 3:45 pm
Registration Opens: Thu, Dec 14 2023 5:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Dec 15 2023 9:00 am
Event Duration:2 Hours 45 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:7.5 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Mahsheed
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:6
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 2 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

The Buzzards Roost Trail System at Rocky Face Ridge Park is a magnificent 8-10 mile loop There is a gradual 3.5 mile climb to the top and once there, we will see Fort Mountain to the East and to the south, we will see both Dug Gap Mountain and Hurricane Mountain. To the West, there is Lookout Mountain so prepare yourselves for great wonder!

ON this hike, we will go up to the top and then turn around and come straight down, rather than going around the entire mountain.

The hike will be about 7 to 7.5 miles.

We will stop at the top for water and snacks, and to enjoy the view.

We will being out hike at 1 pm and should return buy 3:45 pm

We plan to hike at a moderate pace somewhere between 2.5- 2.9mph.

Parking is free and there is plenty of space.

We will meet a few minutes early for introductions and there is a bathroom available at the parking spot.


Required Items to Bring:

Water

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Snack

Hiking poles if desired

The descent down is a bit steep in a couple of areas and I am told that hiking poles are helpful here.


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

From 75 going North'

Take exit 336 to Dalton.

Turn left at the fork and follow signs for US 41 N. Drive about 0.6 miles once off the exit.

Turn Right onto Willowdale Road and drive about 0.3 miles.

Turn Left onto Crow Valley Road and Drive about 1.8 miles.

Continue Onto Crow Valley Road Northwest and the parking lot will be on the left.

 

Address is: 2217 Crow Valley Road, Dalton GA 30720.


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