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Amicalola Falls - Len Foote Hike Inn Loop




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Amicalola State Park , GA   Hike: Amicalola Falls - Len Foote Hike Inn Loop  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Mar 3 2024  9:00 am >> Sun, Mar 3 2024 2:30 pm
Registration Opens: Thu, Feb 29 2024 8:30 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sat, Mar 2 2024 10:00 pm
Event Duration:5 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:10 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Marion
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:6
Minimum Group Size:2
Number Registered So Far: 6 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Spectacular mountain scenery and hiking trails make this one of Georgia’s most popular state parks. At 729 feet, Amicalola Falls is the tallest cascading waterfall in the Southeast.

We will hike the AT Approach Trail and return back via the Len Foote route with an approx. 2,300 ft elevation gain. We will walk at a moderate speed with a few stragetic stops to have some water and regroup. A longer stop for our well- deserved lunch break at the Hike Inn is just one highlight we are all looking forward to! (approx. 30 - 40 minutes)

Please Note: Recent D4 Hiking Experience with the AOC is Required ---  This is not a self-paced hike, so you need to make sure you can walk at a moderate speed and stay with the group. I do not have a co-lead, so hikers cannot go ahead or lag behind.

I will contact anyone I feel does not have adequate experience for this hike.

We will start the hike in the parking lot above the falls (Where the bathrooms are) promptly at 9:00 am.

There is still a chance for some rain in the forecast, so bring some rain gear. Should the weather change, I will cancel in time.

There is a $5.00 fee per car for the park.

 

 

 


Required Items to Bring:

Hiking Boots
Clothing appropriate for weather conditions (raincoat - just in case)
Snacks or lunch
Adequate water (1.5 - 2 L)

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Hiking poles


Notes:





* We encourage all members to follow our Etiquette Guidelines while participating in AOC events.

Cost Includes:

$5.00 State Park Fee unless you have an annual park pass.


Cancellation/Partial Attendance:   Please review the AOC cancellation policy.
*Note:

Stay tuned for the weather report. I will cancel only if the weather is severe. So bring a raincoat or a poncho!