A Wonderful Hike at Rocky Face Ridge - Sat, Jun 8 2024

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A Wonderful Hike at Rocky Face Ridge


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: 2217 crow valley road dalton ga   Hike: A Wonderful Hike at Rocky Face Ridge  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jun 8 2024  11:00 am >> Sat, Jun 8 2024 4:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 9:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Mon, May 27 2024 8:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Jun 7 2024 10:00 pm
Event Duration:5 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:11 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Mahsheed
Chuck M
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:8
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 15 / 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 11 mile loop with exquisiite views. 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!

Either meet at the parking lot of Rocky Face Ridge Park *OR* at the carpool location. Both locations will leave on time, so please arrive 10 minutes early for introductions and socializing.

Our hike starts with leisurely walk through a long field to begin our ascent. Once at the top, we will stop for snacks and hydration and a short break, before winding down slowly in a more gradual descent.

We will begin our hike at 11:00 promptly and will stop at the top for a snack/lunch for about twenty minutes.

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

Parking is free and there is plenty of space.


Required Items to Bring:

Water. No water = No Hike.

An attitude of Wonder

Flashlight

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

Snack

Hiking poles if desired


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.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):126Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 9:30 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $50.40 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:
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