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Sunday Morning Energizing Hike at Kennesaw Mountain (Newcomers are welcome)




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Kennesaw Mountain National Battleffield Park, 900 Kennesaw Mountain Dr., Kennesaw, GA 30152   Hike: Sunday Morning Energizing Hike at Kennesaw Mountain (Newcomers are welcome)  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Sep 27 2026  7:30 am >> Sun, Sep 27 2026 9:00 am
Registration Opens: Mon, Sep 21 2026 7:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Sun, Sep 27 2026 7:30 am
Event Duration:1 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D2: Easy to Moderate
Distance:3 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Erica B
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:15
Minimum Group Size:3
Number Registered So Far: 1 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

All hikers are invited (newcomers, beginners, intermediate and fast hikers).

Many AOC members have mentioned to me that they would like to hike Kennesaw Mountain, but are not ready for the D4s or 5s at Kennesaw. With this in mind, don't miss out on the opportunity to visit Kennesaw Mountain. Kennesaw battlefield is known for its mountains, nature, wildlife,  history and beautiful trails. The park covers around 16 or more miles of trail with elevation gains of up to 2600 feet (Big Kennesaw and Little Kennesaw Mountains). For this hike we are going to keep it simple so anyone can join. 

The hike will begin at the visitor's center in which we will hike straight up Kennesaw Mountain 1 mile with an elevation gain of  700 ft. Next, we will head back down the mountain (1mile) and turn to Camp Brumby  (flat trail) for another mile which loops us back to the visitor's center. The hike is only 3 miles, but there will be a 700 ft. elevation gain in approx. 1 mile. This is a bit challenging, but do not let that keep you from signing-up for the event.  The hike starts at 7:30 am so it will be cooler,  and hikers will have 1 1/2 hours to complete the hike.

Look forward to hiking with everyone!


Recommended Items to Bring:
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Water

Snack

Hiking or athletic shoes

Park pass ($5.00 to park)

Note: bathrooms open at 9 am


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

 

I-75 North to exit 267B Hwy 5 Canton Road Connector

2) If you are not heading west after getting off of the Interstate you are going the wrong way.  You should be heading towards US 41 and downtown Marietta after getting off of I-75 onto the Canton Road Connector and see Kennesaw Mountain on your right.

3) You will be tempted to take the first exit off of the Canton Road Connector which is US 41, but do not take it.  Proceed over US 41 on a bridge staying on the Canton Road Connector.

4) After crossing US 41 take a right at the first redlight which is Church Street Extension.

5) You should cross railroad tracks soon.

6) Take a left onto Old 41 at the second redlight.  If you get to US 41 again, you have missed the turn onto Old 41 so turn around.

7) Stay on Old US 41 until you pass in front of the mountain then turn left at the redlight and park in the main visitor center lot if you can.  If full head back out to Old 41, take a left and park in the overflow parking lot farther down the road on the left.

 Park at Vistor's Center or Overflow Lot: Meet at the Visitor's Center.


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 9/21/2026 7:00:00 AM