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Sunday morning at Jones Bridge




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Jones Bridge CRNRA   Hike: Sunday morning at Jones Bridge   National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Mar 1 2026  8:30 am >> Sun, Mar 1 2026 10:30 am
Registration Opens: Sat, Feb 28 2026 1:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sun, Mar 1 2026 8:30 am
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Distance:5 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Diana
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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: 5 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

PHOTO-Hawk - courtesy of Norm Melton (AOC hiker)

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Please join me in hiking Jones Bridge, one of the Chattahooche River National Recreation Area parks.� �We will start at the parking lot and head towards the trail heading south along the river, then turn away from the river and hike into the forest. �There are some mild climbs but nothing too strenous. � This hike will be at a moderate pace (not fast) great hike for those new to the AOC or new to hiking. �Not a hard core, fast hike

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Our hike will be approximately 5 miles in length and we will be back to the parking lot by 10:30

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$5.00 daily parking fee - best to purchase in advance.� you can purchase from Kiosk in parking lot by scanning a code that is provided, entering some data online including your credit card number.� Cash is not accepted.� Or click link for purchase of daily or annual pass��https://www.nps.go v/chat/planyourvisit/fees.htm

�Please arrive 10 min early to meet your fellow hikers.

Please leave all valuables at home - there have been instances of vandalism to cars!!!

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Required Items to Bring:

Hiking shoes/boots

Plenty of water

Recommended Items to Bring:
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How to Get There:
Event Directions:

From GA 400, take exit 7a, and head East 4.1 miles through the intersection of Holcomb Bridge and Nesbitt Ferry Road to the junction of Barnwell Road. Turn left on Barnwell Rd, and travel approx 2 miles to Jones Bridge Branch which will be on the right. Turn in and go a little over 1/2 mile to large parking lot at end of road.�

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


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