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Chunky Gal to Boteler Peak




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: near Franklin and Hayesville, NC   Hike: Chunky Gal to Boteler Peak  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Thu, Jul 9 2026  9:30 am >> Thu, Jul 9 2026 1:00 pm
Registration Opens: Sun, Apr 26 2026 7:10 pm
Registration Cut Off: Mon, Jul 6 2026 12:00 pm
Event Duration:3 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:6 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Linda L
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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:2
Number Registered So Far: 1 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

NOTE:  This hike is part of a series of hikes, 7/7-7/13. There will be no carpool as I will be staying in Hiawassee.

We will take the Chunky Gal trail 3.2 miles up, gaining 1500' to the the summit. There are superb 150 degree views to be enjoyed there, stretching from west through the north and to the NE. We will be able to see the Tusquitee Mtns as well as Siler Bald, Wayah Bald and some others. We will take our time up there at the overlook and then head down. We will enjoy a lunch break before returning the way we came.

This is a moderately paced, 2.5-2.8 mph, D4 hike with an 1500 feet elevation gain.  We will stay together as a group.

You must have recent AOC D4 or higher hiking experience to sign up for this hike.  If you do not have this hiking history with the club, you will be moved to the waitlist and I will reach out to you.

There are no restrooms at the trailhead.

Please arrive 10-15 minutes early so we can start the hike on time.

https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/north-carolina/boteler-peak-via-chunky-gal-trail?u=i&sh=pebdiv

 


Required Items to Bring:

Trail hiking shoes

Weather appropriate clothing

Water (2 to 3 L)/hydrating drinks/electrolytes

Lunch/Snacks

Recommended Items to Bring:
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Hiking poles

Hat/Sunglasses

Sunscreen

Bug Spray

Poncho, if chance of rain


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

 

 

https://maps.app.goo.gl/ZcDKwut2vHjteqG8A


Notes:
* 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 4/26/2026 7:10:00 PM