Hike Inn Loop (from the top of Amicalola Falls) - Sat, Dec 10 2011

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Hike Inn Loop (from the top of Amicalola Falls)


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Amicalola Falls State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Dec 10 2011  7:30 am >> Sat, Dec 10 2011 4:30 pm  (Carpool Departure: 7:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Tue, Nov 29 2011 9:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Dec 9 2011 6:00 pm
Event Duration:9 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:11 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Paula Schubert
Ann
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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:4
Number Registered So Far: 15 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
Our day hike begins at the top of Amicalola Falls. We'll take the AT approach trail and split off on the Hike Inn trail. This trail takes us to Len Foote Hike Inn where we'll stop for a lunch. Normally they will have some leftover items from dinner the night before that you can purchase for a small donation or tip, but this isn't a guarantee, so make sure to plan to bring something just in case. Most of the time they have hot tea and cocoa available as well.

Approximate mileage is 11 miles with a moderate pace of (2.5 mph)

 

 


Required Items to Bring:
  • 2 to 3 L. of water
  • Lunch
  • Good hiking shoes or boots
  • Trail Snacks
Recommended Items to Bring:
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  • Rain jacket/poncho
  • Camera
  • Hiking poles

How to Get There:
Event Directions:Amicalola Falls State Park
418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd
Dawsonville , GA 30534

GPS Coordinates:
N 34.554766 | W 084.260016

If you are meeting at the event, plan to be at the top of the falls parking area at 8:30 am.

 

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):104Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 7:30 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $41.60 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:
There's a fee to park at Amicalola State Park. If you do not have an annual park pass, then you can purchase a day pass for $5.00 once we get there.

If you are meeting at the event, plan to be at the top of the falls parking area at 8:30 am.

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Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.