Toccoa River Swinging Bridge to Long Creek Falls on the BMT

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Toccoa River Swinging Bridge to Long Creek Falls on the BMT

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Cooper Creek GA

Hike: Toccoa River Swinging Bridge to Long Creek Falls on the BMT

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Jul 28 2019 7:00 am >> Sun, Jul 28 2019 6:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 7:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Mon, Jul 22 2019 7:30 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Jul 27 2019 7:53 pm

Event Duration:

11 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D6: Advanced (Exploratory)

Distance:

17 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

RonnyJ (Call me Ron)

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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:

8 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Note: This is an "EXPLORATORY" trip. This means that there are parts of this trip, or perhaps the whole trip, that is new to your Trip Leader(s). However, they are confident that this will not be an issue.
This note is here so that you can make an informed decision. When a Trip Leader isn't personally familiar with a trip, there is an increased chance of things not going as planned and you need to be prepared. The Trip Leader may have additional details in the itinerary.

Itinerary:

I love swinging bridges!

At 270 feet, the Toccoa River Swinging Bridge is the longest swinging bridge east of the Mississippi, so you know I need to go there!

This strenuous hike will follow the BMT from the bridge all the way to the intersection of the AT. A quick side trail will take us to Long Creek Falls and the opportunity for lunch and a quick swim in this popular swimming hole. We will retrace our steps to complete our out and back adventure.

I will be maintaining a pace on the quick side of moderate, combined with over 17 miles and 4200 feet of ascent, this hike is not for the timid. Recent D5/D6 experience is a requirement for this adventure.

Required Items to Bring:

Food
Water
Boots
Socks

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Sense of adventure
Snacks to share
'Coon skin cap

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

148Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

7:00 am

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Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $59.20 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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