Stone Mountain Sunrise Hike - Top & Back- twice! - Fri, Mar 6 2026

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Stone Mountain Sunrise Hike - Top & Back- twice!


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Stone Mountain Park   Hike: Stone Mountain Sunrise Hike - Top & Back- twice!  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Mar 6 2026  6:30 am >> Sat, Mar 28 2026 8:30 am
Registration Opens: Sun, Mar 1 2026 8:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Mar 6 2026 5:00 am
Event Duration:22 Days 2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:4.2 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Mahsheed
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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:5
Number Registered So Far: 5 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:


We will be hiking the main trail going to the top of Stone Mountain from the Confederate Hall parking lot and back.  Up and back is about two miles.

This is a casual and social hike up the mountain, so you can choose your own pace.  At the top of the mountain, we will hang out for a few minutes, socialize, take a picture or two, and enjoy the scenic view from the top as we watch the sunrise.  What better way to start the morning..a bit of exercise, chat, and chance to be with AOC friends!

The hike starts in the dark (before sunrise of course) so you will need a light.

This is a great hike for folks who are new to AOC. It is close to town, short, with good elevation and beautiful views!

We are adjusting the time each week for Sunrise and Sunrise is at 6:59 am on this day.

We will head on down and then go up for a second round!

 

Arrive a few minutes early as we will leave PROMPTLY at 6:30 am.

 

 

Additional Notes:

1. Itinerary is subject to change before and during event.


2. Restrooms are available.
 
3. Free parking is available 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!


4. THE HIKE WILL START FROM THE CONFEDERATE HALL PARKING LOT NEAR THE BATHROOMS AT 8:00 PM. ARRIVE A FEW MINUTES EARLY FOR INTRODUCTIONS.

5. If you're a Garmin user, please join our 'Atlanta Outdoor Club (AOC) Garmin Users' group to connect with other AOC Garmin users and track your activity.  Join us at: https://connect.gar min.com/modern/group/2255568


Required Items to Bring:

 

Headlamp or flashlight

Hiking boots or trail shoes, running shoes, etc. 

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

 

 


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 $20 or $40 for annual pass.


Important Links -

Stone Mountain Park Trail Map

Map to Stone Mountain Village free parking



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