Gahuti Trail at Fort Mountain- hike and swim in the lake - Tue, Jul 23 2013

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Gahuti Trail at Fort Mountain- hike and swim in the lake


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Fort Mountain State Park
Date(s) & Time:Tue, Jul 23 2013  8:00 am >> Tue, Jul 23 2013 4:30 pm  (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Thu, Jul 18 2013 2:56 pm
Registration Cut Off: Tue, Jul 23 2013 7:00 am
Event Duration:8 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:9 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Gary Hubert
Chris L
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:16
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 7 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

Moderate to Strenuous 9 miles

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.

Even though I'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/snack at a good vista.

We'll start with the Gahuti Trail loop near the lake.   Then we will check out the stone wall and take a short walk to an awesome overlook along the way (lunch spot) before finishing the Gahuti Trail at the lake where we began.  We will then do an optional swim in the lake to cool off after the hike.  


Required Items to Bring:

Water,trail snacks, lunch, good hiking shoes/boots

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Trekking poles, sunscreen, swimsuit, towel


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Will be given at the carpool.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):162Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 8:00 am
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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:
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Cost Includes:

$5 entrance fee into the state park for each car.


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