Into the Woods at Mason Mill and Lullwater Parks

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Into the Woods at Mason Mill and Lullwater Parks

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Mason Mill Park, Decatur, GA

Hike: Into the Woods at Mason Mill and Lullwater Parks

Date(s) & Time:

Wed, May 8 2024 6:00 pm >> Wed, May 8 2024 8:00 pm

Registration Opens:

Wed, May 1 2024 7:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Wed, May 8 2024 5:00 pm

Event Duration:

2 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Distance:

5 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Joyce B.

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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:

5 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Yes, this is a D2, but it's not a beginner's hike. Some sections of the trail are narrow and gnarly and on steep slopes. In a nutshell, it's not a simple urban hike on the boardwalk.

Now that I have taken care of the preliminaries - the hike.

Let's enjoy an evening ramble through the woods of Mason Mill and Lullwater Parks.

We'll be seeing the old Decatur water works and dam, Candler Lake, Lullwater House (originally owned by the Candler family, now the Emory President's residence), and multiple lovely creeks. While we will be on the boardwalk for part of the hike, most of it will be on the woodland trails with the aforementioned steep slopes and gnarly sections.

I maintain an average pace of 2.6-2.8 mph. As I stated above (twice), there are some steep slopes with rocks, roots and gravel - which can add a little adventure to those steep slopes. Please don't sign up if you are not comfortable with these conditions and pace.

We will meet in Mason Mill Park by the restrooms and playground. Please arrive early to allow time for a restroom stop and mingling. We will hit the trail at 6:00 pm.

Required Items to Bring:

Good hiking/trail shoes
Water

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

Hiking poles

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From the intersection of N. Druid Hills Rd. and Clairmont Rd., drive 0.3 miles south on Clairmont. Turn left on McConnell Drive at the light (gas station on the corner).

From Scott Boulevard and Cairemont Ave., drive north for 1.9 miles (passing the VA hospital on the left). Turn right on McConnell Drive.

After turning on McConnell, go a short distance to the stop sign. At the stop sign turn right, then take the next left into the park. The parking area in on the right by the playground and restrooms.

Notes:

Free parking, restrooms at trailhead

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