Scenic Gahuti Trail at Fort Mountain - Sat, Apr 6 2013

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Scenic Gahuti Trail at Fort Mountain


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Fort Mountain State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Apr 6 2013  8:00 am >> Sat, Apr 6 2013 1:02 pm  (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Mon, Apr 1 2013 7:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Apr 5 2013 9:00 pm
Event Duration:about 5 hours (with a stop for lunch)
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:8.8 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Katherine Bennett
Scott Bennett
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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: 5 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

This will be a moderate  8.8 mile hike. If there is heavy rain, then this event will be cancelled.

Fort Mountain is named for a mysterious 855 foot long wall constructed along the western slope of the highest point of the mountain. The structure has been attributed to various historical figures, but today most authorities believe the wall was constructed by Woodlands-era Indians between 500 BC and 500 AD as fortification against other more hostile Indians or ancient ceremonies.

The Gahuti Trail travels around the edge of the park, passing just below the summits of Cohutta and Fort mountains. Ever changing, the trail is both beautiful and challenging in all seasons. Be sure to pack a camera, so you can take a picture of some of the great views!

Even though we've made this a D4 it's a fairly easy trail, the D4 is mainly for the length.  This is a very scenic trail that features great views and water features. We'll take it at a fairly moderate pace and stop for lunch at a scenic point.

 


Required Items to Bring:

-water or energy drinks
-trail snacks
-lunch
-good hiking shoes/boots

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

trekking poles
sunscreen
bug spray


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Near Ellijay and Chatsworth. We'll initially meet at the carpool then park in the lot near the Gahuti Trailhead at Fort Mountain State Park. Directions to the park will be provided at the carpool location.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):162Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 8:00 am
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Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $64.80 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? No.

NOTE: Please be considerate of others. If you sign-up and cannot attend, please cancel so others that may be on a waiting list may attend.


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Cost Includes:

Free but please share gas fare with your carpool driver.


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