Daily Double at Gold Branch - -Sunday Morning

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Daily Double at Gold Branch - -Sunday Morning

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Roswell, GA

Hike: Daily Double at Gold Branch - -Sunday Morning

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Feb 24 2013 9:30 am >> Sun, Feb 24 2013 11:00 am

Registration Opens:

Fri, Feb 22 2013 12:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Feb 24 2013 7:00 am

Event Duration:

1 Hours 30 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Distance:

3.5 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Joyce T.

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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:

Let's celebrate a dry day and get out for a morning hike.

This will be a moderately paced hike for those of you wanting to see Gold Branch but not at a break-neck speed. We'll stop from time to time to take photos and to view the beautiful scenery along the river. The terrain is hilly with some short, steep ascents, so it provides a good workout. The views of the river and Bull Sluice Lake are always beautiful and never fail to lift spirits. We will be near the shoreline throughout much of the hike as we make our way around the perimeter of the unit.

This is a good hike for someone capable of handling some elevation change but not yet ready for a D3 level. It is not going to be a good choice for someone wanting a vigorous workout.

We'll allow 3 members with dogs on the hike, so if three dog-people are already registered, please do not add yours. Dogs should be able to keep up the pace and should be kept under control at all times. There is a leash law at this and all CNRA trails, with a $75 fine per dog if violated (and caught!).

This is a unit of the CNRA, so a $3 parking fee is required (if you don't have an annual pass). Be sure to bring the correct amount in cash and arrive in time to purchase a day permit.

There are no bathroom facilities at Gold Branch, so be prepared to use trees. We won't look!

Required Items to Bring:

water
good hiking shoes (a must!)

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

hiking poles if you like to use them - - the trails have lots of rocks, roots, and hills.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Gold Branch is on Lower Roswell Road, between Johnson Ferry Road and Wileo Road. The sign is now visible from the road since bushes have been trimmed during road expansion; however, the park entrance is between residential subdivisions and is easy to miss if you're not watching for it. If you're coming from Johnson Ferry Road, it's on the right, about 2 miles from Johnson Ferry. If you're coming from Wileo, it's also a couple of miles, but on your left. If you're following Azalea Drive and turn left onto Wileo, be aware that Wileo becomes Lower Roswell Road when it does a 90 degree left turn. The park is 2 miles further down Lower Roswell - - on your left. Remember, it's very easy to pass right by it, so slow down and look for the little turn-off after 2 miles! Here is the link providing detailed instructions:

http://www.np s.gov/chat/planyourvisit/goldbranch.htm

The coordinates are 33.98237094 and -84.385314

Notes:

$3 parking fee at this location.

Trail map available at
http://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/upload/Trail-Map-2006-Gold- Branch-B&W.pdf

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