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Jones Bridge Trail Beginners welcome.




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Jones Bridge Trail   Hike: Jones Bridge Trail Beginners welcome.   National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Thu, Jan 29 2026  11:00 am >> Thu, Jan 29 2026 1:00 pm
Registration Opens: Mon, Jan 19 2026 6:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Jan 29 2026 9:00 am
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Distance:4.3 Miles
Pace:Leisurely
Trip Leader(s):
Gerrilyn
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 1 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:
Nice hike with views of the river and some wildlife. A few hills. We will stop as needed. A CRNRA parking pass is required.

CRNRA daily pass is $5. Annual pass is $40. Parking passes can be purchased online at https://www.nps.gov/c hat/planyourvisit/fees.htm. Daily passes can be purchased on site. No cash accepted.


Required Items to Bring:

Liquid for hydration

Hiking/walking shoes with good traction.

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

Hiking poles are not mandatory, but may make some sections easier.


How to Get There:
Event Directions:Please arrive 10 minutes early for hike description and introductions.  We will start on time at 11AM.

. There are bathrooms at the trailhead. We'll meet at the main parking lot, at the end of the road. Use google maps address: Jones Bridge Unit, Chattahoochee National Recreation Area, 9065 Barnwell Rd. Johns Creek, GA 30022 Traveling west on Holcomb Bridge Rd, turn right onto Barnwell Rd. Traveling east on Holcomb Bridge Rd, turn left onto Barnwell Rd. Drive past the Environmental Education Center. Turn right into the park at the National Park Service sign for Jones Bridge CRNRA. Traveling west on Old Alabama Rd, turn left onto Jones Bridge Rd. Traveling east on Old Alabama Rd, turn right onto Jones Bridge Rd. Jones Bridge will turn into Barnwell at the right angle curve. Turn left into the park at the National Park Service sign for Jones Bridge CRNRA. When you enter the park, drive to the parking lot at the end of the road. Follow the directions carefully, or use the GPS coordinates below. GPS Coordinates: 34.00093610490775, -84.23941734966813

Notes:

*** Do not leave any valuables in your car. There have been reports of vandalism.  

*** Please allow for extra time if you plan to purchase a parking pass on site


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


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


Registration for this event opens at 1/19/2026 6:00:00 PM