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Stone Mountain Scenic Hike | |||||||
The Basics: | |||||||
Event Type: | Hike | ||||||
Event Location: | Stone Mountain Park | ||||||
Date(s) & Time: | Tue, Feb 6 2024 10:00 am >> Tue, Feb 6 2024 12:45 pm | ||||||
Registration Opens: | Sat, Feb 3 2024 3:00 pm | ||||||
Registration Cut Off: | Tue, Feb 6 2024 7:00 am | ||||||
Event Duration: | 2 Hours 45 Minutes | ||||||
Difficulty Rating: | D2: Easy to Moderate | ||||||
Distance: | 6.5 Miles | ||||||
Pace: | Moderate | ||||||
Trip Leader(s): | Kian Email Trip Leader(s) You must be logged in to get the Trip Leader contact information. | ||||||
Member Cost: | None | ||||||
Participant Info: | |||||||
Who's Invited: | Members Only, 21 And Older Only | ||||||
Maximum Group Size: | 10 | ||||||
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: | |||||||
Welcome to the Stone Mountain Scenic Hike! Please arrive 10 minutes early and meet at the base of the Walk-Up trail near the bathroom. We will group up, get situated and start the hike promptly at 10:00 am. We will hike clockwise around the mountain beginning with the Connecting Trail from our meeting place. This 6.5 mile trek will focus on the scenic routes of the Connecting Trail, Cherokee Trail, King’s Trail and Garden Nature Trail. This is not a fitness hike; we will trek at a moderate pace taking in the surrounding nature and beautiful views. We will enjoy continuous views of the Venable Lake and Stone Mountain Lake, and also easy access to various historic areas. A few noteworthy attractions we will encounter along the way are the Grist Mill, the Memorial Lawn, the Covered Bridge and Indian Island. There will be breaks for hydration and also opportunity for a restroom break at the Grist Mill site. Nestled in 3200 acres of natural beauty, Stone Mountain Park features outdoor recreational activities, seasonal family-friendly attractions, and 15 miles of hiking and walking trails.
Difficulty The trails are mostly flat with modest elevation gain. You will need to be willing to keep pace between 2.5 mph to 2.8 mph with the group, faster on flat surfaces and slower on hills. The stated hike distance, duration, and pace are just the best estimates. Keep in mind that they may vary depending on the group's dynamic or any unforeseen conditions. Amenities Parking facility, park admission booth, restroom facility, and informational signage
Parking Daily parking pass is $20 Annual parking pass is $40 Parking passes can be purchased on site or online at https://stonemountainpark.com/tickets-specials/parking | |||||||
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How to Get There: | |||||||
Event Directions: | Address: 1000 Robert E. Lee Blvd Stone Mountain, GA 30083. (to the park gate) GPS coordinates: 33.8106339, -84.1620492 (Recommended! To the parking lot at the base of the Walk-Up trail) From Alpharetta (via GA 400) Take GA 400 South to I-285 East. Once on I-285 East, go past I-85 to Exit 39B, the U.S. Hwy 78 East (Snellville/Athens) exit. Travel 7.7 miles and take exit 8, the Stone Mountain Park Main Entrance. Follow the exit ramp to the East Gate entrance of Stone Mountain Park. | ||||||
Notes: | |||||||
* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events. | |||||||
Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy. |