Explore the East Palisades - Tue, Aug 25 2009

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Explore the East Palisades

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

East Palisades, Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Date(s) & Time:

Tue, Aug 25 2009 2:00 pm >> N/A

Registration Opens:

Sat, Aug 22 2009 8:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Aug 25 2009 11:00 am

Event Duration:

approximately 2 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Angela
Tony C

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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:

6 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

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Itinerary:

We will meet at the East Palisades area parking lot off of Whitewater Creek Road. There is a $3 parking fee per vehicle.

We will begin our hike along the Chattahoochee River as we take in the sights and sounds of nature. Parts of the trail may be slightly steep, but nothing too strenuous. I will keep the pace moderate, but will adjust to accommodate everyone as needed.

The trails cross and loop a few times as we make our way to a scenic overlook. Here, we'll stop to take in the view and take photos.

After spending some time enjoying the great views, we'll make our way back towards the parking lot and on the road before the traffic gets bad.

Required Items to Bring:

comfortable hiking shoes/boots, comfortable clothing (wicking material is best - cotton not recommended), lots of water to drink and stay hydrated.

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

hat, bandana, snacks to keep your energy levels up, and bug repellent.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From I -285 East

Take exit 22, Northside Drive, New Northside Drive, Powers Ferry Road.
Right on Northside Drive.
Go through the Powers Ferry intersection for 1.6 miles to Harris Trail (Caution light).
Right on Harris Trail and .9 mile to Whitewater Creek Road.
Right and entrance will be on the right (.1 mile).

From I-285 West

Take exit 22, Northside Drive, New Northside Drive, Powers Ferry Road.
Straight to second traffic light.
Left on Northside Drive, through the Powers Ferry Road intersection for 1.6 miles to Harris Trail (caution light).
Right on Harris Trail and .9 miles to Whitewater Creek Road.
Right and travel.1 mile to the entrance on the right.

From I-75 North

Take exit 256, Mt. Paran Road.
Right on Mt. Paran Road to first traffic light (Harris Trail)
Left on Harris Trail to Whitewater Creek Road
Right about .4 miles to the unit which is on the left.

From U.S. 41 (Cobb Highway South)

Travel to Mt. Paran Road
Right on Mt. Paran Road, go to the first traffic light (Harris Trail) and turn left.
Go about .3 miles turn left onto Whitewater Creek Road.
Go .4 miles to the unit, which is on the left.

From U.S. 41 (Cobb Highway North)

Travel to Mt. Paran Road
Turn left on Mt. Paran Road, go to the first traffic light (Harris Trail) and turn left.
Go about .3 miles turn left onto Whitewater Creek Road.
Go .4 miles to the unit, which is on the left.

Notes:

There is a $3 parking fee per vehicle.

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