Smith Creek Trail to Anna Ruby Falls - Sat, Jul 11 2015

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Smith Creek Trail to Anna Ruby Falls


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Unicoi State Park   Hike: Smith Creek Trail to Anna Ruby Falls  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jul 11 2015  9:00 am >> Sat, Jul 11 2015 6:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 9:00 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Tue, Jul 7 2015 11:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Jul 10 2015 8:00 pm
Event Duration:9 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:10 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Bill S
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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: 7 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Join us for a challenging hike on the Smith Creek Trail at Unicoi State Park.  We start at the camp gounds and hike five miles to Anna Ruby Falls.   Along the way we climb up to Hickory Ridge with the first three miles being uphill. We pass by mountain laurel and small water falls while hiking along Smith Creek.  Then we hike along the ridge with views of the valley, with the sound of Anna Ruby Falls in the background.  We will stop at Anna Ruby Falls for lunch and to view the falls before taking the trail back for five miles.

This is not a hike for beginners because of the elevation gain of over 1500 feet and we will be hiking at a moderate pace.  There is a $5 parking fee if you do not have a pass.  We will stop at the Lodge to get our parking passes and for a restroom break. Then we head to the campground to start the hike.  Please be at the P&R ten minutes early to sign in and arrange the carpool.

After the hike an optional dinner is planned at Yahoola Creek Grill in Dahlonega.  This is an excellant restaurant with a good beer and wine selection.


Recommended Items to Bring:
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water

lunch, snacks

hiking poles

hiking boots                                                                                                                           


How to Get There:
Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):140Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 9:00 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $56.00 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:
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