Stone Mountain Up, Down & Around (7 miles) - Sat, Sep 7 2024

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Stone Mountain Up, Down & Around (7 miles)


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Stone Mountain   Hike: Stone Mountain Up, Down & Around (7 miles)  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Sep 7 2024  7:30 am >> Sat, Sep 7 2024 11:00 am
Registration Opens: Mon, Sep 2 2024 12:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Sep 6 2024 12:00 pm
Event Duration:3 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:7 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Katherine Bennett
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:11
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 11 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Let's meet for a scenic morning hike on the Stone Mountain Cherokee Trail.   We will first walk up to the top of the mountain and back down. From there - we will then hike around the base of the mountain.
 
The hike is approximately 7 miles, and we will keep a moderate pace. As we hike, you'll see a diverse landscape featuring lush forests, serene lakes, and impressive geological formations. We will mostly hike in shade for this hike -- there will be a few moments when we are fully exposed to the sun.

About 3/4 way through the hike, we will stop for ten minutes for a snack/restroom break near the Grist Mill.
 
We will meet for our hike no later than 7:15 am near the restrooms located near the Historical & Environmental Education Center (also called Confederate Hall). The restrooms are adjoined to the parking lot in a separate building. If this is your first time on this trail, then please give yourself some extra time to arrive and find the meeting spot.

There is a $20 parking fee to enter the park. An annual parking pass is $40. However, free public parking is available in Stone Mountain Village. See directions below.


Required Items to Bring:

• Quality hiking shoes (There will be a few places where we will  potentially walk on wet granite)
• Water for adequate hydration (We are hiking in July -- so bring lots of water!)

Recommended Items to Bring:
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• Camera
* Hiking poles
* Snacks


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Driving directions: To the main park entrance - From I- 285 take U.S. Hwy 78 East (Snellville/Athens) exit. Travel about 7 miles and take Exit 8, the Stone Mountain Park Main Entrance. After entering the main entrance, proceed straight ahead. The road will fork at about 1 mile – stay to the right. Continue to follow the road for another mile. The Historical & Environmental Education Center (also called Confederate Hall) will be on your left. The parking lot will be immediately after. We’ll meet near the restrooms adjoined to the parking lot.


If you would like to find free public parking in Stone Mountain Village, then try parking near 5407 East Mountain Street. (Front Porch Mexican Restaurant). From there it is a short walk (north) to the park (about a 10-15 minute walk). Walk along East Mountain Street and enter the park through the gate -- and then you'll walk toward the nearby parking lot where the restroom building is located. (Our meeting spot.)

A map of the park can be found on link below -- and location to meet is near #16 and #17 on the map.

https://stonemountainpark.com/maps


Notes:
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