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Siler Bald




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Winding Stair Gap   Hike: Siler Bald  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Mar 21 2026  7:30 am >> Sat, Mar 21 2026 5:30 pm  (Carpool Departure: 7:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Tue, Mar 17 2026 6:00 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, May 15 2026 6:00 pm
Event Duration:10 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:10 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Christa
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:8
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: No

Itinerary:

Join me for scenic Appalachian Trail adventure from Winding Stair Gap to Siler BaldThis moderate-to-challenging out-and-back hike follows the iconic Appalachian Trail through beautiful mountain forest, climbing steadily toward the open summit of Siler Bald. 

The hike is roughly miles round trip with about 1,800 feet of elevation gainand rewards hikers with sweeping 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains and valleys at the top. We’ll take relaxed lunch break on the bald to enjoy the scenery before returning the same way to Winding Stair Gap.

 Expect steady pace, some rocky sections typical of the Appalachian Trail, and great day in the mountains.

We will start hiking by 10am from Winding Stair Gap.


Required Items to Bring:

Hikes Shoes/Boots

2 to 3 liters of Water/Hydration Drinks

Lunch/Snacks

Winter Gear

Carpool Money

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Hiking Poles

Rain Gear 

Your Smile

Change of clothes/shoes for the ride back


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

DRIVING DIRECTIONS FROM PARK & RIDE

Exit the Park & Ride: Turn left onto Indian Trail-Lilburn Rd NW and follow signs to merge onto I-85 North toward Greenville.

Continue on I-85 North: Stay on I-85 N for about 55 miles.

Exit toward Toccoa / Lavonia: Take Exit 173 for GA-17 North (signs for Toccoa / Lavonia).

Continue on GA-17 North: Follow GA-17 N for approximately 50 milespassing through Toccoa and Claytonand continue into North Carolina toward Franklin.

Arrive in Franklin: As you enter the town of Franklinlook for the intersection with US-64.

Turn Right onto US-64 West: Follow US-64 W toward Murphy for approximately 10 miles.

Arrive at Winding Stair Gap: Look for the Appalachian Trail crossing and small roadside parking area along US-64This is Winding Stair Gap.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):240Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 7:30 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $96.00 using a reimbursement rate guideline of $0.400 per mile. The total amount should be divided by the number of people in the vehicle, including the driver. This is a guideline, not a rule, for drivers but the cost should not be higher unless there are extenuating circumstances.

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


Registration for this event opens at 3/17/2026 6:00:00 PM