Sunday Morning at Pine Log Creek Trail - Optional lunch at Swheat Deli

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Sunday Morning at Pine Log Creek Trail - Optional lunch at Swheat Deli

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Bartow County, GA

Hike: Sunday Morning at Pine Log Creek Trail - Optional lunch at Swheat Deli

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Mar 24 2024 10:00 am >> Sun, Mar 24 2024 12:15 pm

Registration Opens:

Fri, Mar 22 2024 3:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Mar 24 2024 10:00 am

Event Duration:

2 Hours 15 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Distance:

4.7 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

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Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

Those of you who have never been to the Pine Log Trail are in for a treat! This ia one of the prettiest areas I've hiked, with plenty of free parking, lots of elevation changes, beautiful views, and a quarry pond with interesting rock outcroppings. Because of the steady pace and hills, this is not a hike for beginners.

The trail features a 4.7 mile path crossing seven rustic footbridges over Pine Log Creek. From two overlooks, hikers can view Pine Log Mountain - one of the highest elevations in Bartow County's Appalachian foothills - and the site of the Pine Log Cherokee Indian Village. The trail system includes two loops east and west and is rated moderate. Although some of the terrain is rugged there is only one significant climb, with an elevation gain of about 420 feet. The eastern loop takes hikers by an early CCC quarry pond for picturesque views.

For those who would like to join us, we'll be stopping in Cartersville for lunch on the way home at SWheat Market Deli - - a fabulous little restaurant that features a variety of organic meals (with vegetarian options) that have garnered a 5-star rating from Yelp. Check out the deli menu and location at https://www.swheatmarketdeli.com/. (If SWheat Market Deli is closed, we'll eat across the street at Mellow Mushroom.)

We will limit the number of people with dogs to 3. If you see three people already registered with dogs, please do not add yours. All dogs must be kept on leash for the safety of others on the trail.

Required Items to Bring:

Plenty of water.

Good hiking boots.

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

Hiking poles if you like to use them.

Insect repellant and sunscreen

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From Exit 293 on I 75 turn right onto US 411 North. After about 7.5 miles turn right onto GA 140 East. Continue approximately 3.2 miles to Pine Log Creek Trail System parking area on left.

You can also access the trail by traveling up I-575 to Waleska - - a less direct route.

34.347719, -84.6654405

4031 GA-140, Rydal, GA 30171 (The park is a teeny bit past this, so keep going.)

Notes:

https://www.atlantatrails.com/hiking-trails/pine-log-creek-trail-and-quarry/ - an interesting view and summary of the trail

No bathroom facilities are at this location, but there are plenty of trees!

Lunch after the hike in Cartersville at SWheat Market and Deli

5 East Main Street
Cartersville, GA 30120

Promo photo taken by Lee Wang on 4.17.2023

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