Keown Falls, Johns Mountain, and Rocktown!

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Keown Falls, Johns Mountain, and Rocktown!

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Resaca, GA

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Apr 10 2010 10:00 am >> N/A (Carpool Departure: 8:30 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Mon, Mar 8 2010 9:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Apr 9 2010 4:00 pm

Event Duration:

all day

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Denise Van Huss
Ben Shienvold

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

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Number Registered So Far:

15 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

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Itinerary:

Join us for a fun day of hiking and playing in NW Georgia!

We will start by taking a moderately difficult 5-mile hike at Keown Falls and Johns Mountain. This is a figure 8 loop with about 1,000 feet of elevation gain from the trailhead to the top of Johns Mountain over fairly rocky terrain. We will take a break at the top to enjoy the views before heading back down. On the way down we will pass the two waterfalls known as Keown Falls. Please note that these falls have a tendancy to run dry so we will hope to see them running but if not we will still have a great hike! We will hike at an easy to moderate pace and I plan to stop at both overlooks and both waterfalls to take photos and explore.

After we arrive back at our cars, we will take about a 15 mile drive to the trailhead for Rocktown. This is one of the most unique places I have seen in Georgia. The trail is a very easy 2 mile (out and back) hike that leads to a jungle of fascinating rock formations. Here we will explore, play, and climb around before heading back to our cars.

When we get back to the park and ride, anyone interested is welcome to join us at Taco Mac just up the street.

Required Items to Bring:
Hiking boots or trail shoes
water or sportsdrink - at least 2 liters
snacks/lunch
HIGHLY RECOMMEND - hiking poles or stick due to rocky terrain

A great attitude and willingness to explore!

Recommended Items to Bring:
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emergency rain gear
camera

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

To Keown Falls:
Take I-75 North to Exit #320/GA 136. Turn left on GA 136 and travel about 14 miles. Turn Left on Pocket Road and go about 4.8 miles. Turn right on Forest Road 702 and go about .6 miles to the deadend at Keown Falls Recreation Area.

Directions from Keown Falls to Rocktown will be given out at the event.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

150Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

8:30 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $60.00 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:

This hike will be rescheduled in the event of heavy rain or lightning.

There are pit toilets at the trailhead for the Keown Falls/Johns Mountain portion of the day.

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