Kennesaw Mountain - Red Loop

We will start by going over Big Kennesaw and Little Kennesaw and then continuing to Pigeon Hill. When the trail splits just before Burnt Hickory, we will take the red loop around to the left, following the Brumby Trail back to the visitor's center.

This is not a beginner's hike due to the elevation gains, the somewhat faster pace, and the rocky terrain. We will be averaging about 2.5 mph, so you need to be able to maintain a solid pace with minimal breaks going up Big and Little Kennesaw in order to keep up with the group.  You should have recent strong D2 or D3 experience to participate in this hike.

We will stop at intervals for hydration.

Please note that Kennesaw requires a $5 Daily Pass or a $40 Annual Pass, which can be purchased in the visitor's center, at an automated machine in the parking lot, or online. America the Beautiful National Parks Passes also can be used at Kennesaw.

Bathrooms and water fountains are available in the visitor's center.  We will stop at the beginning of the hike for a bio break at the VC.

We will start the hike promptly at 9am, so please arrive early to meet everyone before the hike. Also, please allow extra time if you need to purchase a parking pass.  

We will meet in the overflow lot.

From I-75 North:

Take exit 267B onto SR-5 Spur South toward US-41, Marietta

Turn right onto Church Street Extension NE

Turn left onto Old US-41 Hwy NW

Meeting in the overflow parking lot, which is about a 1/4 mile farther north on Old US-41.