Coopers Hike to Coopers Furnace via Pine Mountain

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Coopers Hike to Coopers Furnace via Pine Mountain

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Pine Mountain

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Jan 11 2026 8:30 am >> Sun, Jan 11 2026 12:00 pm

Registration Opens:

Tue, Jan 6 2026 7:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jan 9 2026 12:00 pm

Event Duration:

3 Hours 30 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D4: Moderate to Difficult

Distance:

8.3 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Clay Cooper

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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:

10 / 4 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Please join me for my first event in 2026 as an official AOC Trip Leader!

Where? You ask. Where else but to Cooper’s Furnace (no relation!) via the Pine Mountain Trail—a classic route known for its incredible views, history, and rewarding challenge.

If you’ve been on this hike before, you know the highlights—we’ll make all the usual stops. If not, you're signing up for some great hiking and spectacular views!!

David Archer Overlook at the summit of Pine Mountain — get your cameras ready!
Cooper’s Furnace at the base of the mountain — here, we’ll also enjoy a short water/snack break (restrooms were operational as of a few weeks ago).
Pine Mountain Visitor Center and the Lake Allatoona Dam Overlook — get your cameras out again!

This hike is rated a D4 due to the terrain and elevation. We’ll cover approximately 8.3 miles with over 1,800 feet of elevation gain. Expect rocky sections, multiple switchbacks, and several strenuous ascents along the route.

This is a fantastic trip for experienced D4 hikers and strong D3 hikers. Participants must have completed multiple D3 hikes with the club to attend.

Our pace will be approximately 2.6-2.7 mph.

Parking: Parking is free

Restrooms: Porta Pottys are available onsite at the parking lot at the starting location. Restrooms facilities, if open, which I think they will be, are located at our stop at Coopers Furnace.

Post-Hike Social:
For those who’d like to continue the AOC camaraderie after the hike, you’re invited to join me at a local favorite—Fire It Up BBQ! Just a few minutes away on I-75 north at Exit 290 22 GA-20 Spur, Cartersville, GA 30121

Important Note on Communication:
I will be using private group text messages to effectively communicate with participants leading up to the event. By signing up for this hike, you acknowledge and agree to this method of communication.

Required Items to Bring:

Best attitude you can find

Good hiking shoes

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

Hiking poles

Snacks for break

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Follow I-75 N to E Main St in Cartersville.

Take exit 288 from I-75 N

Turn right onto E Main St

Turn right onto Komatsu Dr SE

Turn left into the parking lot at the "Main Street Parking" sign before the entrance to the Komatsu plant.

For Reference: The Komatsu plant address is 100 Komatsu Dr SE, Cartersville, GA

Notes:

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

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

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