CARPOOL CANCELLED-Darnell Creek to Rabun Bald

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CARPOOL CANCELLED-Darnell Creek to Rabun Bald

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Ingles in Clayton, GA

Hike: CARPOOL CANCELLED-Darnell Creek to Rabun Bald

Date(s) & Time:

Thu, May 30 2024 9:15 am >> Thu, May 30 2024 4:00 pm

Registration Opens:

Fri, May 17 2024 2:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, May 29 2024 2:00 pm

Event Duration:

6 Hours 45 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Distance:

16.5 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Chuck M
Mahsheed

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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:

5 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

The hike starts off with three miles along the scenic Darnell Creek with cascades and a pretty waterfall view. After reaching Wilson Gap we pick up the Bartram Trail and hike up to the top of Rabun Bald. This part of the Bartram Trail is very secluded. On a recent hike there I saw only one other hiker. After joining the Bartram Trail we climb Double Knob, then Wilson Knob and and a gap before Flat Top Mountain. Along the way we will take a short side trail to some of the best views anywhere. Then we will climb Flat Top, pausing at a switchback that provides clear views across into South Carolina and down to Double Knob below. After levelling off across Flat Top we descend to Saltrock Gap where we begin the long climb to Rabun Bald, the second-highest peak in Georgia. We will stop at the stone observation tower to have lunch and enjoy 360 degree views into Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia. Rabun Bald is the second highest point in Georgia.

This is an out and back hike. Most of our elevation gain is on the way in. We will encounter 2 water crossings with one that could be shin/knee deep, or possibly easily crossed by rock-hopping, depending on conditions. Make sure you have water shoes and poles for this event just in case.

Parking is limited to 2 or 3 cars so we will meet at the Clayton Ingles where we will reduce cars if needed.

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/rabun-bald-via-darnell- creek?u=i

Required Items to Bring:

Water and lunch

Electrolytes

Poles (a must)

Water Shoes

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

Clothing appropriate for the weather

snacks

binoculars

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

We will meet at the Ingles in Clayton. If you type "Ingles Clayton" into your GPS (Google or Apple Maps) it will take you to the right place. Here is a link for Google Maps:

https://goo.gl/maps/foL9trA5N VQJxApt5

Park on the right side of the parking lot, and take advantage of the clean restrooms in Ingles (there are no facilities on this hike). You might also consider buying something for lunch. Here we will transfer into two cars. Meeting at the trailhead is not allowed due to the limited parking.

Please arrive at the Clayton Ingles by 8:50 so we can head to the trailhead around 9.

Notes:

The carpool has been cancelled due to lack of interest. Everyone must arrange their own transportation to the Ingles in Clayton.

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