Kennesaw Monday - Mon, Sep 19 2011

Kennesaw Monday

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park

Date(s) & Time:

Mon, Sep 19 2011 5:25 pm >> Mon, Sep 19 2011 7:45 pm

Registration Opens:

Sat, Sep 17 2011 9:00 am

Registration Cut Off:

Mon, Sep 19 2011 3:00 pm

Event Duration:

2 Hours 20 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Distance:

6 Miles

Pace:

Fast

Trip Leader(s):

Laura V

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

5 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

For those of you who cannot make it to Kennesaw Mountain on any of the other 3 days planned for this week, let's do an after work hike on Monday. This hike is all about the hillwork rather than the views.

We will be going at a fairly quick pace as we have to be off the mountain before the park closes at dark. With sunset at 7:39, we will be playing beat the clock in order to cover the 6 miles in just over 2 hours. Trail running is optional for those who just need an extra challenge.

We will meet next to the visitors center for introductions and then head up the trail. The plan is to hike up and over both peaks (Big and Little Kennesaw), turn around at Burnt Hickory Road (or sooner) and head back up and over. Everyone may hike at your own pace, but will need to turn around no later than 6:40 (the halfway point) to get back to the Visitors Center by dark.

For a map of Kennesaw National Battlefield Park, please copy and past this link:
http://www.nps.gov/kemo/planyourvisit/loader.cfm?csModule=security/getfile&PageID=116426

Required Items to Bring:
Plenty of water or sports drink, at least one liter per five miles
Sturdy hiking or trail running shoes with good traction as the trail is rocky and uneven
Clothing appropriate for the weather

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

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From I-75 North
To exit 269 (Barrett Parkway). At the stoplight turn left onto Barrett Parkway. Follow Barrett Parkway for approximately 3 miles, turn left at the light, onto Old Hwy 41. Turn right at your next light, Stilesboro Rd. The visitor center will be immediately on your left. Brown and white signs located along the roads will guide you as well. Directions from the visitor center to Cheatham Hill are provided in the visitor center at the information desk.

From I-75 South
To exit 269 (Barrett Parkway). At the stoplight turn right onto Barrett Parkway. Follow Barrett Parkway for approximately 3 miles, turn left at the light, onto Old Hwy 41. Turn right at your next light, Stilesboro Rd. The visitor center will be immediately on your left. Brown and white signs located along the roads will guide you as well. Directions from the visitor center to Cheatham Hill are provided in the visitor center at the information desk.

From I-575 North
To exit 1 (Barrett Parkway). At the stoplight turn left onto Barrett Parkway. Follow Barrett Parkway for approximately 3.5 miles, turn left at the light, onto Old Hwy 41. Turn right at your next light, Stilesboro Rd. The visitor center will be immediately on your left. Brown and white signs located along the roads will guide you as well. Directions from the visitor center to Cheatham Hill are provided in the visitor center at the information desk.

From I-575 South
To exit 1 (Barrett Parkway). At the stoplight turn right onto Barrett Parkway. Follow Barrett Parkway for approximately 3.5 miles, turn left at the light, onto Old Hwy 41. Turn right at your next light, Stilesboro Rd. The visitor center will be immediately on your left. Brown and white signs located along the roads will guide you as well. Directions from the visitor center to Cheatham Hill are provided in the visitor center at the information desk.

Notes:

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