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Falling for Waterfalls - Approach trail to Len Foote Loop (No Stairs)




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Amicalola Falls State Park   Hike: Falling for Waterfalls - Approach trail to Len Foote Loop (No Stairs)  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Jun 13 2026  8:30 am >> Sat, Jun 13 2026 1:00 pm  (Carpool Departure: 7:15 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Sat, Jun 6 2026 3:05 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Jun 12 2026 4:00 pm
Event Duration:4 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D4: Moderate to Difficult
Distance:10 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Deema
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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: No

Itinerary:

 

The hike begins at the closest parking lot to the Len Foote Inn trailhead, we will take the Approach trail out and get back on the Hike Inn trail, there will be several scenic overlooks along the way, providing opportunities to pause and enjoy the surroundings.

This is a high end D4, a bit over 10 miles and almost 2300 ft elevation gain.

The trail is well-maintained, meanders through bridges, and passes through a cool, shady rhododendron tunnel.

Our pace will be moderate/fast-ish (average 2.7mph), we will take 20 minutes to enjoy the scenery and our favorite snacks at the Len Foote Inn

Len Foote Inn is a unique backcountry eco-lodge, take a few minutes to look into the concept on their website https://hike-inn.com/education.

It MIGHT be possible for us to buy their famous freshly baked giant cookies, but don't take it against me if we can't.

Then we will retrace our steps back to the cars!

 


Required Items to Bring:

Parking fee or Georgia State Parks pass

Plenty of water

Sunny day accessories

Lunch / Snack

A smile and Peppy Step

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

Cash Tip for using the Inn bathrooms or buying cookies

Cash for the carpool, unless you are setup with Venmo


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

The park address is 418 Amicalola Falls Road, Dawsonville, GA 30534.

But you need to get to the designated parking lot on top of the falls.

Link for directions to the parking lot:

https://maps.app.goo.gl/TjY7yyJihmAXX2GSA

 

 

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):93Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 7:15 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $37.20 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:


* 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 6/6/2026 3:05:00 PM