Amicalola Falls to Springer Mountain - Sat, May 13 2017

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Amicalola Falls to Springer Mountain


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Amicalola State Park - Park Visitor Center
Date(s) & Time:Sat, May 13 2017  6:30 am >> Sat, May 13 2017 5:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 6:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Mon, Apr 10 2017 6:05 pm
Registration Cut Off: Wed, May 10 2017 6:00 pm
Event Duration:10 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D5: Difficult
Distance:18 Miles
Pace:Fast
Trip Leader(s):
Stefan
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 10 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

This is a hike for advanced hikers.  The hike is approximately 18 miles round trip with only a few rest breaks.  We will start at the lower parking lot near the visitor center.  From there, we will hike the AT Approach Trail via Frost Mtn (mile 4.6) and Nimblewill Gap (mile 5.9) to Springer Mtn (mile 8.4; 3,782 feet).  On the way back, we will turn onto the Len Foote Trail and hike a mile to Len Foote Hike Inn.  We will stop at the Inn for a short break and a beverage, then continue our hike back to the parking area via the Len Foote route.


Required Items to Bring:
  • two liters water or sports drink
  • hiking boots/trail shoes
  • rain gear/wind breaker (just in case...)
  • snacks and lunch
  • cash for gas (for your carpool driver)
  • $5.00 State Park Fee per car, unless you have an annual park pass.
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need. 

  • hiking poles, gators
  • camera
  • binoculars
  • GPS

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

From the Park & Ride we will go north on Georgia 400 past the outlet mall to GA 136.  Left on 136 till GA 52.  Right until the park entrance.  We will gather at the Visitor Center parking lot near the entrance.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):104Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 6:30 am
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Carpool Directions:   Log in for directions
Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $41.60 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:

Will this event occur rain or shine?  Yes

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