After Work Hike - Stone Mountain

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After Work Hike - Stone Mountain

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Stone Mountain Park

Date(s) & Time:

Thu, Aug 9 2012 6:30 pm >> Thu, Aug 9 2012 9:10 pm

Registration Opens:

Mon, Aug 6 2012 10:00 am

Registration Cut Off:

Thu, Aug 9 2012 5:00 pm

Event Duration:

2 Hours 40 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Distance:

3.5 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Laura V
Aaron

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

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Itinerary:

Visited by travelers from all over the world, Stone Mountain is one of THE best spots for sunset viewing in the city of Atlanta. It is a known fact that there are still a few AOC members who have never climbed Atlanta's biggest landmark. This is your chance to conquer the Mountain and get a prime viewing seat for the Thursday evening sunset.

We will be begin the hike at the confederate parking lot (near the restrooms) for an Easy to Moderate Hike through parts of the nature trail, up a small section of the Cherokee trail and then to the top via an alternative route through the woods. We will spend some time at the top taking in the view and watching the sunset. There will be a chance for some photos before we descend down via the main trail. This hike is suitable for beginners and those who wish to enjoy the great views from the top of Stone Mountain.

As it will be getting dark towards the end of the hike, I recommend everyone bring a small headlamp or flashlight for the descent down.

Free parking is available at MARTA PARK n RIDE parking lot. It is less than a half mile walk to the park and the West entrance gate is near our meeting area.

The hike will be approximately 3.5 miles and will involve some steep sections so please bring appropriate footwear.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to email Laura or Aaron.

Required Items to Bring:

Water or sports drink - at least one liter

Sturdy hike shoes with good tread

Small led flashlight or head lamp

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Camera

Snacks for sunset viewing

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

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. We will meet outside the restrooms at the start of 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 the village. Turn left at the light onto East Mountain. Turn right on Fourth Street. There you will find the MARTA park and ride. You will need to give yourself extra time to walk down East Mountain to the WEST GATE of the park.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: For more information about Stone Mountain Park, go to:

http://www.stonemountainpark.com/

Notes:

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