Sunrise D4 at SWEETWATER CREEK SP - Sun, Aug 16 2026

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Sunrise D4 at SWEETWATER CREEK SP


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: SWEETWATER CREEK SP   Hike: Sunrise D4 at SWEETWATER CREEK SP  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Aug 16 2026  7:00 am >> Sun, Aug 16 2026 11:00 am
Registration Opens: Thu, Jul 2 2026 7:07 am
Registration Cut Off: Sat, Aug 15 2026 7:07 am
Event Duration:4 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:10.7 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Kiran
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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:2
Number Registered So Far: 1 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

DISCLAIMER: This is a brisk, moderately strenuous hike with approx. 1600 foot elevation gain and some rock scrambling. So, if you have mobility issues, are recovering from injury, or prefer a slower pace, please sit this one out!

 

The plan is to wander through Sweetwater Creek SP and explore five trails (Yellow, Orange, White, Brown, and Red) and marvel at the wilderness right here in our backyard. We'll begin at the Visitor Center, complete a double loop of the Yellow and Orange trails before returning for a short break, after which we explore the White, Brown, and Red trails before returning to our cars.


Required Items to Bring:

 

Weather appropriate clothing

Hiking boots/shoes w/ good traction

Water (2 to 3 litres), and

Your SOH (sense of humor)

Headlamp

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

 

Trekking poles

Hat & sunglasses

Raingear or poncho (just in case)

Snack

Camera


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Trailhead: Sweetwater Creek Trailhead Parking Lot. Sweetwater Creek State Park, 1750 Mt Vernon Rd, Lithia Springs, GA 30122

On the day before the event, I will email participants the exact meeting location and detailed directions.


Notes:



1. Please, no unregistered guests or +Ones!

2. In order to earn credit for this event, participants must begin and complete the entire hike/event with the group, within the stated time frame.

3. Late cancellations, particularly within 36 hours of the event, make it difficult for those on the waitlist to attend. Please be courteous to your fellow AOC members and cancel with as much notice as possible.

4. When an event has an active waitlist, the trip leader reserves the right to assign a “no show” to members who sign up and then fail to attend the event.

5. If you need to get in touch, the best way is to TEXT me with your NAME at 4O4 7-Five-4 5OO5. FYI, thanks to those annoying robocalls, calling me will send you to my voicemail, but feel free to leave a message.

6. I usually hike RAIN-or-SHINE, except in severe thunderstorms, or freezing rain.

7. In case of severe weather or other unforeseen emergencies that warrant a cancellation, I will text/email you at least TWO HOURS before the start of the event.


* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost Includes:

There is no cost for this event, however Sweetwater Creek State Park charges a $10 entry fee per vehicle.

If you have the annual Georgia State Park parking pass, you're in for free!

If not, get your park pass here:

https://gastateparks.reserveamerica.com/posProductDetails.do?id=736861&contractCode=GA


Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.