West Face of Blood Mountain from Lake Winfield Scott - Fri, Dec 20 2024

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West Face of Blood Mountain from Lake Winfield Scott


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Lake Winfield Scott   Hike: West Face of Blood Mountain from Lake Winfield Scott  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Dec 20 2024  10:00 am >> Fri, Dec 20 2024 2:15 pm
Registration Opens: Thu, Dec 5 2024 6:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Dec 19 2024 4:00 pm
Event Duration:4 Hours 15 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:8 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Chuck M
Mahsheed
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

This is a moderate 8 mile loop hike for those of you who are reasonably fit. It is rated D4 because it involves about 1,800 feet of climbing. Beginning at Lake Winfield Scott, we'll hike up the Jarrad Gap trail to the Appalachian Trail, and hike along the AT to the shelter on Blood Mountain. After having lunch and soaking in the views at the highest elevation on the AT in Georgia, we'll head back down the AT until we get to the junction with the Slaughter Creek trail. We will then turn onto Slaughter Creek trail and follow the creek on its evolution from a mere wet spot by the trail to a substantial creek. We cross the creek seven times! I find this trail very enjoyable and scenic, and its gradual descent is a great way to recover from the climb to Blood Mountain (although this is not the most rigorous ascent to Blood Mountain). 

While this is not the most rigorous D4, you should have recent AOC events that demonstrate your ability to enjoy this event at the 2.8 MPH pace we will aim for. If you have relevant experience only outside the club, expect an email the trip leader.

Up to two well-behaved dogs on leash are welcome to join us.


Required Items to Bring:

Water

Lunch

Snacks

Clothing appropriate to the weather, both expected and unexpected (i.e. come prepared for rain regardless of the forecast!)

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Hiking poles

Camera

Binoculars


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

North on GA 400. Take a left onto SR 60/19 toward Dahlonega. At the fork of SR 60 and SR 19, go straight on SR 60 to Suches. Take a right on SR 180. Lake Winfield Scott is approximately 7-8 miles on SR 180. Go past the bridge next to the lake and we'll park on the left. The trailhead is across the road. See the map link above for the precise location.


Notes:

The parking fee is $5 if you don't have an annual federal park pass.


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