HIKE INN (and out) in JULY - Mon, Jul 7 2025

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HIKE INN (and out) in JULY

The Basics:

Event Type:

Overnight

Event Location:

HIKE INN (Amicalola State Park)

Date(s) & Time:

Mon, Jul 7 2025 10:00 am >> Wed, Jul 9 2025 11:00 am

Registration Opens:

Tue, Jun 3 2025 7:07 am

Registration Cut Off:

Tue, Jun 3 2025 7:07 am

Event Duration:

2 Days 1 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Distance:

9.4 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Kiran

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Member Cost:

$10.00/Person (See Detailed Cost Info Below)

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

11 / 1 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

If you have never been to the Hike Inn, this is your moment! Come join us on this 3-day, 2-night adventure to one of the jewels of the Piedmont.

THE GRAND PLAN

Day 1 (7/7):

10:00 - Hike from the Hike Inn/Top of the Falls parking lot to Hike Inn on the AT Approach Trail, at a leisurely pace (5 miles; Elevation gain - 1500+).

Enjoy a (bring your own) lunch on the deck

Check in to room

Nap/relax

Enjoy afternoon activities: Reading, hiking, music, games, class/lecture, etc.

18:00 - Dinner (included)

Day 2 (7/8):

Sip coffee and enjoy the sunrise overlooking the eastern rim of the park.

08:00 - Breakfast (included)

09:00 - Optional D4 hike up the AT approach trail, to Springer Mountain (8.6 miles; Elevation Gain - 1807+)

Lunch (ordered from Hike Inn the previous night for $12, or bring your own)

Nap/relax

Enjoy afternoon activities: Reading, hiking, music, games, class/lecture, etc.

18:00 - Dinner (included)

Day 3 (7/9)

Sip coffee and enjoy the sunrise overlooking the eastern rim of the park.

08:00 - Breakfast (included)

Hike back to the Hike Inn/Top of the Falls parking lot at a leisurely pace (4.7 miles; Elevation Gain - 707+).

Event ends here!

After the event, participants are on their own and have the option to enjoy Amicalola Falls, hike the other trails in the Park, or drive home.

WHAT TO EXPECT

The Inn has comfortable rooms with top and bottom bunkbeds, a clean bathhouse with hot showers, and a recreation room. The Inn provides sheets, pillows, towels, washcloths and hair dryers. You will need to bring your own toiletries.

Cell phones are discouraged - this is a great time to unplug, relax, and be one with nature.

Your lodging rate includes family style dinners and breakfasts. A typical dinner menu consists of meat, veggies, salad, bread and a homemade dessert. Breakfasts usually include eggs, grits, bacon or sausage. For any vegetarian meals or dietary issues you MUST CALL and inform them when you make a reservation. Do not wait until you get there because they will not be able to accommodate your request. Lunch is NOT included in the lodging rate, but you can either bring your own, or buy lunch for $12. Hike Inn staff take the next day's lunch orders during the dinner hour.

Hike Inn usually arranges educational and entertainment programs after dinner in the Sunrise Room. Programs include a variety of topics including low-flow toilets, worm composting, or storytelling. They also have various games and books for the lodgers.

HOW TO SIGN UP

1. Go to the Len Foote Hike Inn reservations page here:

https://hotels.cloudbeds.com/reservation/Jurmb5#checkin=2025-07-07&checkout=2025-07-09

2. Reserve your room for July 7-9 (the room rate shown is actually 50% off). BTW, if you would like to share a room, find a buddy and reserve a room together.

3. Take a photo of your reservation.

4. Sign up for the event on the AOC website - If you are sharing a room with another member, BOTH of you must register for the event! Please note: YOUR NAME/S WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE ADDED TO THE WAIT LIST.

5. Once you have reserved your room, text me at 4O4-754-5OO5 with your NAME and a photo of your reservation.

6. I will move you to the active roster, and text you a confirmation.

7. Finally, check your AOC account for the payment due notice at the top of the page. Click on the link to Paypal and pay the AOC administrative fee of $10.00 (Payments must be received by June 15, 2025). Note: The AOC fee is non-refundable, even if you cancel the trip.

You're done!

HELPFUL INFORMATION FROM HIKE INN

What To Wear or Bring

The trail is very well maintained and can be hiked in tennis shoes, but hiking boots will provide more support. The weather at the Inn and along the trail can be noticeably cooler than lower elevations, so bring lightweight layers for your hike and your stay at the Inn. Rain gear is a very good idea and ponchos are good for covering yourself and your pack. Personal toiletries, sunscreen, flashlight, first aid kits, and a camera are also common items to pack. The only place to purchase Hike Inn merchandise is at the Hike Inn itself, so bring cash or credit card for merchandise and staff gratuities. Bring enough water for your hike in. You may refill water bottles at the Inn for your hike out. It is not recommended to drink untreated water from streams along the trail.

A Typical Visit

You must check in by 2pm to start your hike. The trail is well maintained and marked with a lime green blaze. On average, one should plan about 3 hours for the hike. A tour of the facility is offered at 5pm, family style dinner will be served at 6pm daily. We hope that all guests can arrive in time for the tour and to allow time to enjoy the Inn. Each evening after dinner we also offer an educational program. Morning coffee is available at 6am, in time to enjoy at sunrise, and breakfast is served at 8am. Checkout is from 9:00am – 10am. For guests staying 2 nights, or those would like a lunch for their hike, trail lunches are available to order. The Southern Terminus of the Appalachian Trail is located on Springer Mountain just over 4 miles away from the Inn and is a common day hike for guests staying for 2 nights.

What’s Unique

You are staying at one of the few backcountry lodges in the country and can enjoy a wilderness experience while enjoying many of the comforts of home. To maintain the serenity of the Inn, we ask that you do not use your cell phone during your stay. However, reading, trail apps, nature apps or taking photos with your phone is acceptable. Radios, televisions, and pets are not allowed. Our intention is to offer a place for you to disconnect from the digital world. The use of alcohol by guests is discouraged and open containers are prohibited at the Inn and on surrounding State Park property. No trash cans are available, so we ask all guests to pack out any trash that they bring in. To learn more about the Hike Inn visit our website or our Facebook page. There you can see pictures from other guests and find the most recent news from the Inn.

If you need to make changes or require assistance, please call 1.706.344.1547 or email us at reservations@hike-inn.com. Our office hours are Monday-Friday between the hours of 8:30am-2:30pm.

Required Items to Bring:

Backpack

Trekking Poles

Toiletries

Change of clothes

Personal items/medications

$5.00 for State Park fee (unless you have a GA State Park Pass)

Cash for tips. The Hike Inn staff works hard to make us comfortable so let's share the love (and bucks) with them!

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

Lunch for Day 1 and Day 2 (or buy lunch at the Hike inn for $12)

Snacks

Camera

Book or kindle

Water for the hike up (refill your water bottle at the Inn for the hike out)

Cash or credit card to purchase items in the lobby - Hike Inn sells shirts, hats, etc

Use the AOC Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

I will email participants the exact meeting location and detailed directions a few days before the event.

Notes:

Please, no unregistered guests or +Ones!

Late cancellations, particularly within 36 hours of the event, make it difficult for those on the waitlist to attend. Please be courteous to your fellow AOC members and cancel with as much notice as possible.

If you need to get in touch with me, the best way is to TEXT me with your NAME at 4O4 7-Five-4 5OO5.

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- No partial payments. All registrants must pay the posted Member Cost regardless of any agreement you may have with any party involved in the event.

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Cost & Payment:

Member Cost:

$10.00/Person

Cost Includes:

Hike Inn charges $155 per adult for lodging and board for two nights. Participants will be responsible for lodging charges, GA State Park fees, and lunch at the Inn. AOC will collect an administrative fee of $10.00 for the event.

Payment must be received by the AOC by Sun, June 15, 2025.

Please sign up for the event FIRST, and then Click here to pay.

Please also note that the AOC fee is non-refundable, even if you cancel the trip.

Payment Cut Off:

Payment must be received by the AOC on Tue, Jun 3 2025.

Make a Payment:

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

In order to earn credit for this event, participants must attend the entire event with the group. Also, Please review the AOC cancellation policy.

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