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"Okay, Let’s Hike" Find the Gold at Gold Branch




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Gold Branch -Chattahoochee National Recreation Area   Hike:   National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Dec 27 2015  9:00 am >> Sun, Dec 27 2015 11:00 am
Registration Opens: Wed, Dec 23 2015 7:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sun, Dec 27 2015 6:00 am
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Distance:5 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
DaveO
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:20
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 14 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

This hike is a wonderful way to end the long holiday weekend and get energized for the week.

We will start off finding the GOLD by going up a moderately steep hill to get the heart pumping. From there we will head to the perimeter trails to Bull Sluice Lake. There are some rocky ridge trails that we will go on, so be prepared and make sure you wear good hiking boots. 

We will also be going up a few other hills that are in the center of the park so realize this is not a beginner’s hike. We will maintain a moderate pace throughout with a few water breaks to enjoy the tranquility and beauty of the park.

Definition of a D2 hike: Gentle to Moderate elevation gain of 400 to 1000 feet, moderate pace and generally 4 to 6 miles.  

If you do not have an annual CRNRA parking pass, you will need to purchase a $3 dollar daily pass at the pay station in the parking lot.

We will start  PROMPTLY at 9:00 am so arrive 10 - 15 minutes early to get ready and meet everyone. 

Two dogs will be permited but they must be on their leash at all times and be able to handle the rocky trails around the pond. Please sign up your dog when you register for the hike. 

There are no restrooms at this location.

Remove all valuables from your car and trunk since there have been incidents of vandalism in the past. 

 


Required Items to Bring:

Liquids

Good hiking shoes

Recommended Items to Bring:
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How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Approximate   Physical Address - 6156 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30068  

 

See Map above for location coordinates

 


Notes:
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