Smith Creek Trail to Anna Ruby Falls

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Smith Creek Trail to Anna Ruby Falls

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Unicoi State Park

Hike: Smith Creek Trail to Anna Ruby Falls

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Apr 20 2024 9:00 am >> Sat, Apr 20 2024 2:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 7:30 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Fri, Apr 12 2024 7:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Apr 19 2024 6:00 pm

Event Duration:

5 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Distance:

9 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Kip

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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:

Itinerary:

The Smith Creek Trail starts at the campgrounds at Unicoi State Park. We will hike the 4+ miles to Anna Ruby Falls. The first two miles are steep and challenging but the trail is in good condition according to recent feedback on AllTrails.

We should have great views of the valley as we make our way toward the falls. With the warm weather of March, we should see plenty of greenery and trees and flowers in bloom.

We will stop at Anna Ruby Falls to enjoy the views and take photos, then have lunch near the visitors center. This is an out and back hike, so we will return along the same trail to return to our cars.

This is not a hike for beginners because of the steep elevation gain on the ascent to the falls. Our pace will average 2.8+ mph. Attendees must be capable and willing to maintain this pace.

Previous D4 experience is required to attend this hike.

Required Items to Bring:

Water

Lunch

Hiking boots or shoes

$5 parking fee or Georgia Annual State Park pass

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Hiking poles

How to Get There:

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

126Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

7:30 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $50.40 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:

Some (or all) of the group will stop at NoFo Brewery for refreshments after the hike. Please consider this when signing up for the carpool.

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