Sunday Morning Explorer Hike East Palisades- Indian Trail Entrance - Sun, May 24 2026

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Sunday Morning Explorer Hike East Palisades- Indian Trail Entrance


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Indian Trail Entrance, East Palisades Unit - Chattahoochee NRA   Hike: Sunday Morning Explorer Hike East Palisades- Indian Trail Entrance  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sun, May 24 2026  8:00 am >> Sun, May 24 2026 9:30 am
Registration Opens: Mon, May 11 2026 7:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Sun, May 24 2026 7:30 am
Event Duration:1 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Distance:4.5 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Erica B
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:15
Minimum Group Size:3
Number Registered So Far: 8 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Let’s kick off our Sunday morning with an energizing 4.5‑mile explorer hike at East Palisades. We’ll move at a moderate to fast pace to finish by 9:30 a.m., starting from the Indian Trail entrance at 8:00 a.m. From there, we’ll make our way to the Bamboo Forest, the Chattahoochee River, the overlook, the bluffs, and a few other scenic spots along the way. Expect rooted, rocky terrain and some hills—perfect for adventurous hikers who enjoy exploring one of the most iconic trails in the area.

Please note: There is a $5 National Park Service parking fee unless you have a Chattahoochee NRA annual pass.
Address: 1425 Indian Trail NW, Sandy Springs, GA 30327


Required Items to Bring:

Water, hiking or athletic shoes,  and snacks.  

Parking pass or $5 parking fee

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

Poles are helpful for a few of the steep ascents and descents, if you like to use them.


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

We'll meet at the Indian Trail Enterance  entrance to the unit (1425 Indian Trail NW, Sandy Springs, Ga).


Notes:

 $5.00 for a parking pass, unless you have an annual pass.

No restrooms at this location.
Trail Map - ht tp://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit /uplo ad/TrailMapPalisadesEast.pdf

     


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