Amicalola - AT approach - Hike Inn loop

Amicalola - AT approach - Hike Inn loop

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Amicalola State Park - top of falls parking lot

Hike: Amicalola - AT approach - Hike Inn loop

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Jun 16 2012 9:30 am >> Sat, Jun 16 2012 3:30 pm (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Sat, Jun 9 2012 7:00 am

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jun 15 2012 2:00 am

Event Duration:

6 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Distance:

11 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Eva
Nancy L

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

11 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Beginning at the trailhead above the falls, we will hike the AT Approach trail for 4 miles. We will turn onto the Len Foote Trail and hike a mile to Len Foote Hike Inn, where we will stop for a break and to eat a snack/lunch. We will return by completing the loop via the Len Foote trail. We should be back in Atlanta by the mid afternoon.

The hike is approximately 11 miles round trip with a moderate hiking speed and only a few rest breaks. It also has above-average elevation gains. Fast hikers are welcome, but they should wait for the rest of the group at the junctions (unless they know very well their way). You still have to be in shape to do this hike and the Trip Leaders reserve the right to remove anyone from the list who they feel cannot handle it.

Please plan on bringing a snack since we will be dropping by the Len Foote Inn for a break. The Inn will sometimess has some bread, cookies or fruit that you can take in exchange for tips for the Inn employees. They will have iced tea, lemonade and other drinks.

Required Items to Bring:
Positive and motivated attitude
Good hiking shoes
water and snacks/lunch
Clothing appropriate for weather conditions

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

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From the Park & Ride we will go north on Georgia 400 past the outlet Mall to GA 136. Left on 136 till GA 52. Right until the park entrance. Once in the park, follow the signs to the parking above the falls. There will be a bathroom there also.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

104Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

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:

Will this event occur rain or shine? Maybe

* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost Includes:

$5.00 State Park Fee unless you have an annual park pass

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

Amicalola - AT approach - Hike Inn loop - Sat, Jun 16 2012

Amicalola - AT approach - Hike Inn loop