Hike Inn, Out & Around

GAME PLAN

Wednesday July 15

1^st stop in the morning will be at the visitor center to register our cars for overnight parking.

We will drive to meet up at the parking lot on top of the waterfalls, we will hike to springer Mountain via the Hike Inn Trail, we will have lunch at Springer, then hike back only to Len Foote Inn.

Dinner will be a group affair, family style—whatever delicious dishes they’re serving that day!

ALLTRAILS: D5 Amicalola to Springer to Hike Inn

14 miles, 3000 ft elevation gain

Thursday July 16

Kick off your day with a beautiful sunrise, followed by coffee and breakfast together at the Inn. Afterward, we’ll set off on a hike to Owen’s Overlook, then we’ll head back to our cars along the AT Approach Trail.

ALLTRAILS: D5 Hike Inn to Owen's Overlook to Amicalola

15 miles, 3100 ft elevation gain

ACCOMMODATIONS: https://hike-inn.com/the-experience

1. The guest rooms are comfortable, but not luxurious. 
2. The rooms offer bunk beds, shelves, fans & heaters.
3. The bathhouse (separate facilities) is clean with hot showers, plenty of sinks, mirrors and blow dryers.
4. Odorless, conservation-minded composting toilets.
5. A recreation room to socialize after dinner time.  
6. A wrap-around porch and Adirondack chairs offer stunning views.
7. The Inn provides sheets, pillows, towels, washcloths and hair dryers, bring toiletries. 
8. Cell phones are discouraged - this is a great time to unplug and relax. 
9. A typical dinner menu consists of meat, veggies, salad, bread and a dessert. Breakfasts include eggs, grits, bacon or sausage. 
10. For vegetarian meals or dietary restrictions, you MUST CALL ahead and inform them when you make a reservation.
11. The cost of Dinner and Breakfast are included in your reservation.
12. You can order a take-away lunch if you wish, for a cost. 
13. No trash cans, we have to pack out any trash that we bring in. 

HOW TO SIGN UP

1. Do not book a room unless I confirm that you qualify for the event.
2. Sign up for the event on AOC website.
3. You can reserve a solo room or wait for sign up and find a roommate.
4. Reserve your room: Len Foote Hike Inn reservations page
5. Your lodging rate now is 50% off, including family style dinner & breakfast.  
6. If you’re looking to share a room, just look for a friend from the attendees list and book a room together! 
7. If you’re new to the club, I’d be happy to help you find a buddy.
8. Take a screenshot of your reservation and send it to me.

Happy Hiking!

Parking Lot on top of the waterfalls

https://maps.app.goo.gl/HG9gSd6Zcy511jjF8

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