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(Almost) All the Trails of Stone Mountain![]() | |||||||
The Basics: | |||||||
Event Type: | ![]() | Hike | ![]() | ||||
Event Location: | ![]() |
Stone Mountain Park
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Date(s) & Time: | ![]() | Fri, Jun 7 2024 8:30 am >> Fri, Jun 7 2024 11:30 am | ![]() | ||||
Registration Opens: | ![]() | Wed, Jun 5 2024 8:00 am | ![]() | ||||
Registration Cut Off: | ![]() | Fri, Jun 7 2024 7:30 am | ![]() | ||||
Event Duration: | ![]() | 3 Hours | ![]() | ||||
Difficulty Rating: | ![]() | D3: Moderate | ![]() | ||||
Distance: | ![]() | 8 Miles | ![]() | ||||
Pace: | ![]() | Moderate | ![]() | ||||
Trip Leader(s): | ![]() | Joyce B.![]() You must be logged in to get the Trip Leader contact information. | ![]() | ||||
Member Cost: | ![]() | None | |||||
Participant Info: | |||||||
Who's Invited: | ![]() | Members Only, 21 And Older Only | ![]() | ||||
Maximum Group Size: | ![]() | 12 | |||||
Minimum Group Size: | ![]() | 2 | |||||
Number Registered So Far: | ![]() | 6 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area) | |||||
Are Dogs Permitted: | ![]() | No | |||||
Itinerary: | |||||||
Come out to enjoy most of the trails of Stone Mountain: Cherokee, King's, Songbird, Nature and part of the Walk-up. We'll miss the Muskogee and Evergreen trails for this hike. We will begin on the Walk-up trail to where the Cherokee crosses it. We'll turn onto the Cherokee, desending the mountain and following it around. We'll pick up the the King's Trail on Indian Island and the Songbird Trail on our journey around the mountain And finally, we will be taking a "mystery" trail off the Cherokee. No, this is not the Songbird or King's Trail. We'll be on part of the Nature trail to rejoin the Cherokee. After we have made our way around the mountain, we will follow the Cherokee Trail up the mountain to the Walk-up Trail and walk down to our start. We will be on some steep inclines so shoes with GOOD TREAD are very important. I've seen some unpleasant falls with people wearing everyday sneakers. Pace will be slow and careful on the inclines; moderate on the woodland trails. We will meet by the restrooms at the start of the Walk-up Trail. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to allow time for parking, restroom stop and introductions. | |||||||
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How to Get There: | |||||||
Event Directions: | ![]() | FROM I-285/US 78 TO THE PARK'S EAST GATE ENTRANCE:From the I-285/ US-78 interchange, take US Hwy 78 East 7.7 miles. Bear right at Exit #8 to the Stone Mountain Park East Gate main entrance. ONCE INSIDE PARK, DRIVE TO THE WALK-UP TRAIL PARKING LOT:After entering via the East Gate, first follow Jefferson Davis Drive about a mile straight ahead until you reach the fork in the road. Bear right onto Robert E. Lee Blvd and follow it about another mile. Pass the West Gate entrance (on the right) and you'll soon see the large parking lot for the Walk-up Trail on your left where you can park. We'll meet by the stone restroom building at the base of the Walk-Up Trail. FROM I-285/US 78 TO THE PARK'S WEST GATE ENTRANCE: From the I-285/US-78 interchange, take US 78 East about 7 miles. Bear right on Exit #5 to Memorial Drive and keep in right lane to exit about a half mile ahead. Turn left onto E. Ponce de Leon Ave, turn left at the first traffic light onto James B. Rivers Memorial Dr. Turn right after passing through the gate and you'll see the Walk-up Trail parking lot on your left. OPTIONAL FREE PARK ENTRANCE FOR PEDESTRIANS & BICYCLISTS: | ![]() | ||||
Notes: | |||||||
$20 day pass, $40 annual pass (recommended i you'll be coming back), or walk from Stone Mountain village (see directions above). * We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events. | |||||||
Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy. |