Springer Mountain via AT Approach Trail (Early Carpool)

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Springer Mountain via AT Approach Trail (Early Carpool)

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Amicalola State Park - Lodge Parking Lot !

Hike: Springer Mountain via AT Approach Trail (Early Carpool)

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Nov 8 2026 8:00 am >> Sun, Nov 8 2026 3:30 pm (Carpool Departure: 6:30 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Fri, Oct 30 2026 7:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Nov 7 2026 3:00 pm

Event Duration:

7 Hours 30 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Distance:

16 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Kip
Marion

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

2 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

Join us for a long, challenging and invigorating autumn hike to the top of Springer Mountain via the AT approach Trail. Springer Mountain stands at approximately 3800 feet and is the Southern Terminus of the AT!!

We will start at the Amicalola Falls Lodge and follow the AT approach trail to the summit of Springer Mountain. If weather permits we will have lunch beside the Southern Terminus marker. If the weather is not conducive to an outdoor lunch, Plan B will be to stop at the Hike Inn on our return.

There is a $10 parking fee to be paid at the gate or in the gift shop when you arrive at the park.

This hike requires recent D5 hike experience with the club or recommendation of an AOC Trip Leader. A recommendation must be based on recent hiking experience that is similar to this hike. Previous experience can either be with the AOC or on external trails known to this hike's leaders. If your previous experience with the club is limited or non-existent you should register as early as possible to allow adequate time for vetting. We will put you on the waitlist until the vetting process is complete.

Required Items to Bring:

plenty of water or sports drinks
food/snacks
hiking boots or trail shoes
multiple layers of clothing
wet weather gear in case of rain

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

trekking poles / hiking stick
camera
good sense of humor

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From the park entrance, take the first left on Top of the Falls Road. Follow this road all the way to the top of the mountain where the lodge is located. There is a large parking lot to the left of the lodge entrance. Our group will meet in front of the lodge at 7:45 am.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

94Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

6:30 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $37.60 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:

If you carpool, please bring cash for the driver! Not everybody has a paypal or applepay account and paying for gas is not appropriate.

* 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 10/30/2026 7:00:00 PM