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Stone Mountain Sunset - A Slightly Different Approach




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Stone Mountain Park
Date(s) & Time:Wed, Aug 10 2011  7:00 pm >> Wed, Aug 10 2011 9:00 pm
Registration Opens: Mon, Aug 8 2011 12:31 pm
Registration Cut Off: Wed, Aug 10 2011 5:00 pm
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Mark
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:16
Minimum Group Size:5
Number Registered So Far: 16 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:
How about a nice mid-week sunset hike to stretch the legs, get some exercise, and a little stress relief? Join us Wednesday evening for a hike up Stone Mountain! We will be beginning the hike at the Confederate Center (near the restrooms). We will take a slightly different approach by doing a part of the nature trail first, branching off for a brief section of the Cherokee Trail, and then breaking off for a free-form approach up the southeast side to somewhere near the halfway point. The hike will be at a moderate pace, which can seem a little quick when going up the steeper sections, and we need to stay together, at least until we reach the regular approach trail at the halfway point. At the top of the mountain, we will hang out for awhile, take pics, and enjoy the scenic view from the top. What a great way to spend a Wednesday evening! There will be a nearly full moon on Wednesday, so we should have a nice view of that and plenty of light available for the hike down. However, I still recommend a small LED flashlight to avoid tripping. 

The route we will be taking will be approximately 3 miles and will involve some additional steep portions, which is why it is rated a D3. As we will be off the normal trail for a portion of the hike, please plan to maintain pace with the trip leader - at least until we are back on the approach trail - at which time you can go at your own pace.



HIKE WILL START FROM CONFEDERATE HALL PARKING LOT AT 7:00 pm sharp. PLEASE BE THERE 5-10 MINUTES EARLY FOR SIGN UP AND INTRODUCTION.


Free parking is avaialable at MARTA PARK n RIDE parking lot. It is less than a half mile walk to the park and the entrance is near our meeting area. Please take the time to look at the park map and parking options in order to be on time!




Any questions - please call or send me an email.

Required Items to Bring:

  • Water - 1 liter recommended.
  • Hiking boots or trail shoes. 
  • Trail Snacks or Energy bar
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • Snack
  • Camera
  • Small flashlight

How to Get There:
Event Directions:
  MEETING POINT

Directions To Confederate Hall Parking Lot:

To the main entrance- From I-285 take U.S. Hwy 78 East (Snellville/Athens) exit. Travel about 7 miles and take Exit 8, the Stone Mountain Park Main Entrance. After entering the main entrance, proceed straight ahead. The road will fork at about 1 mile - stay to the right. Continue to follow the road for another mile. Confederate Hall will be on your left. (Careful - there's a stop sign in front of Confederate Hall for those entering the West Gate.) The parking lot will be immediately after. Wait for the group near the walk up trail.


MARTA PARK & RIDE LOT
Free public parking in Stone Mountain Village

From Hwy 78 take exit 5 - stay right for a half mile - then a quick exit to E. Ponce/Stone Mtn. Village. At the end of the ramp turn left. Drive a mile or so into town. Turn left on East Mountain. Turn right on Fourth Street. There you will find the MARTA park and ride.


Notes:
Parking fee inside the park is $10/- or if you have annual pass.


Important Links -

Stone Mountain Park Trail Map

Map to Stone Mountain Village free parking



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