Stone Mountain Sunrise Hike - Mon, Jul 5 2010

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Stone Mountain Sunrise Hike


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Stone Mountain Park
Date(s) & Time:Mon, Jul 5 2010  5:40 am >> N/A
Registration Opens: Wed, Jun 30 2010 8:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sun, Jul 4 2010 10:00 pm
Event Duration:about 3 hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Rafiq
cliff j
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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:5
Number Registered So Far: 9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

This is a tough call to wake-up so early in the morning but Sunrise demands early rise. So lets do it.

We will start in dark at 5.40AM sharp to make it to the top at 6.30AM. Sunrise time is 6.32AM. After sun comes up, we will descent towards the souhtwest edge of the mountain towards Nature Garden trail and Cherokee trail connector. We will continue on cherokee trail for a brisk hike around Stone Mountain. The Cherokee Trail circles the mountain for a distance of about 5 miles. We will hike at times on exposed granite, along woodland trails and beside scenic lakes.

In addition to see the sunrise, the goal of this hike is to enjoy a vigorous workout too. We will take two breaks, first one at top of stone mountain and other at Grist Mills for restroom and a quick snack. We will maintian an average pace of about 2.75 miles per hour. So, this is not a beginners hike! You must have some experience in hiking at an energetic pace and be ready for a workout.

We are talking about a total hiking distance of about 6.5 to 7 miles.

We will meet at Marta Park & Ride lot.

Watch the weather! This event will be cancelled due to rain. Portions of the trail consists of exposed granite on steep slopes. It is simply too slippery and dangerous when wet. You will be notified via email earlier if the event has been cancelled. Likewise, a "cancelled" notice for the event will appear on the AOC calendar.

Meet at 5:35 AM to sign in - the hike starts at 5:40AM sharp!

Any questions - email me.

Required Items to Bring:

  • about 2-3 litres of water or sports drink
  • light hiking boots or trail runners
  • an extra layer (just in case if you feel cold while waiting for sunrise)
  • Light (as first 45 minutes of hike will be in dark)
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • energy bars or trail snacks etc
  • a small personal first aid kit
  • Extra snacks of your choice.

How to Get There:
Event Directions:
  MEETING POINT

Marta Park & Ride Lot at 5.35AM

Park gates doesn't open untill 6AM, therefore we will start our hike from Marta Park n Ride Lot at 5.40AM. Even if you have annual pass, please make sure you start with the group from this point.
 
Directions:

From Hwy 78 take exit 5 - stay right for a half mile - then a quick exit to E. Ponce/Stone Mtn. Village. At the end of the ramp turn left. Drive a mile or so into town. Turn left on East Mountain. Turn right on Fourth Street. There you will find the MARTA park and ride.



Notes:
Though, I rated this event as D3 but new hikers may probbaly feel it D4.


Important Links -

Stone Mountain Park Trail Map

Map to Stone Mountain Village free parking



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