Sunday Evening Sunset Hike @ Stone Mountain

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Sunday Evening Sunset Hike @ Stone Mountain

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Stone Mountain Park

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Apr 7 2013 7:20 pm >> Sun, Apr 7 2013 8:40 pm

Registration Opens:

Wed, Apr 3 2013 8:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Sun, Apr 7 2013 12:00 pm

Event Duration:

1 Hours 20 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Distance:

2.5 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Ayo

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

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Number Registered So Far:

9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

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Itinerary:

The weather looks promising this weekend. It appears we finally might actually experience a nice enough sunset to write home about. Maybe we'll even catch a glimpse of Helios and/or Apollo while it lasts! 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 SUNDAY evening sunset.

SUNSET IS AT: 8:01PM

We will be begin the hike at the confederate parking lot (near the restrooms) for an Easy to Moderate Hike 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 begin our descent 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.

The hike will be approximately 2.5 miles and will involve some steep sections so please bring appropriate footwear.

There is an $10 parking fee to enter the park; however, free public parking is available in Stone Mountain Village.

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to email Hakeem.

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

Bacon

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.

For more information about Stone Mountain Park, go to:

http://www.stonemountainpark.com/

Notes:

Thanks to Aaron Rae and Laura V. for the promo picture and the original writeup for this event.

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Event will be cancelled if weather conditions proves to be too dangerous for the event.