Arkaquah Trail with a bonus overlook

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Arkaquah Trail with a bonus overlook

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Young Harris

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, Dec 18 2024 9:00 am >> Wed, Dec 18 2024 3:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 7:30 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Thu, Dec 5 2024 7:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, Dec 18 2024 6:15 am

Event Duration:

6 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D6: Advanced

Distance:

12 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

RonnyJ (Call me Ron)

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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:

7 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Yes

Itinerary:

It's been too long since I challenged myself with the Arkaquah Trail to Brasstown Bald. Join me as we tackle one of the steepest hikes in Georgia!

Parking at the trailhead is tight, so we will be using the smallest number of cars as possible. If you list yourself as "meet at trailhead", expect an email from the TL asking who else will be in your car.

This hike starts with a BANG as we climb 1600 feet in about 1.6 miles. Switchbacks and steep inclines will get our heart beating. After the initial climb we will be rewarded with ridgeline views and moderate hills as we make our way to the highest point in GA. We will lunch at the top, either at the visitor center or an adjacent opening depending on the wind. After lunch we will retrace our steps with a quick detour to the not so secret, bonus, overlook.

This is a very difficult D5 event with an elevation gain close to 4000 feet. Only experienced hikers will be allowed to join.

We will be joined by Buck the hiking dog, if extra doggy attention isn't to your liking, this might not be the right event for you.

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Required Items to Bring:

Water

Food

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Bacon

Chocolate

Cheese

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

There is a small parking area adjacent to the trailhead. Please carpool to the event!

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Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

168Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

7:30 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $67.20 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:

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