Late Wednesday Afternoon at Gold Branch - Wed, May 2 2012

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Late Wednesday Afternoon at Gold Branch


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Roswell, GA   Hike: Late Wednesday Afternoon at Gold Branch  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Wed, May 2 2012  6:00 pm >> Wed, May 2 2012 8:00 pm
Registration Opens: Mon, Apr 30 2012 9:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Wed, May 2 2012 3:00 pm
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:5 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Joyce T.
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:15
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: Yes

Itinerary:
How about an after-work hike on Wednesday afternoon?  Join me at Gold Branch - - one of the pretty CNRA trails that follows the Chatahoochee River. 

This will be a fairly brisk hike with a chance to pause periodically to regroup and catch our breath, if needed.   The terrain is hilly with some short, steep ascents, so it provides a good workout.  The views of the river and Bull Sluice Lake are always beautiful and never fail to lift spirits.  We will be near the shoreline throughout much of the hike, though we might add a cross-trail or two to take advantage of the ascents they provide.

This is a unit of the CNRA, so a $3 parking fee is required (if you don't have an annual pass). Be sure to bring the correct amount in cash and arrive in time to purchase a day permit. 
 

Required Items to Bring:
  • water
  • good hiking shoes
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  • camera 
  • snacks
  • hiking poles if you like to use them - - the trails might be slippery.

    • How to Get There:
    Event Directions:

    Gold Branch is off of Lower Roswell Road, between Johnson Ferry Road and Wileo Road.  The sign is very easy to miss, because it's between some exclusive residential areas.  If you're coming from Johnson Ferry Road, it's on the right, about 2 miles from Johnson Ferry.  If you're coming from Wileo, it's also a couple of miles, but on your left.  If you're following Azalea Drive and turn left onto Wileo, be aware that Wileo becomes Lower Roswell Road when it does a 90 degree left turn.  The park is 2 miles further down Lower Roswell - - on your left. Remember, it's very easy to pass right by it, so slow down and look for the little turn-off after 2 miles!  Here is the link providing detailed instructions:

    http://www.np s.gov/chat/planyourvisit/goldbranch.htm  

    The coordinates are 33.98237094  and -84.385314


    Notes:

    $3 parking fee at this location.

    Trail map available at
    http://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/upload/Trail-Map-2006-Gold- Branch-B&W.pdf 


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