Amicalola Falls - Hike Inn Loop

sponsor

Print-Friendly Version

Add this event to your calendar (Outlook, iCalendar)

Add REGISTRATION REMINDER to your calendar

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Once you've reviewed the event details, and decided you'd like to join us, you MUST sign up at the bottom of this page.

Amicalola Falls - Hike Inn Loop

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Amicalola State Park - Visitor Center

Date(s) & Time:

Sat, Apr 9 2011 9:30 am >> N/A (Carpool Departure: 8:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Mon, Apr 4 2011 9:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Apr 8 2011 8:00 pm

Event Duration:

7-8 hours

Difficulty Rating:

D5: Difficult

Trip Leader(s):

Michelle Spence
Steven K

Email Trip Leader(s)
You must be logged in to get the Trip Leader contact information.

Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

Maximum Group Size:

Minimum Group Size:

Number Registered So Far:

8 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

***This hike is not for beginners. You will need to be in really good physical shape to complete this hike.

Spectacular scenery and hiking trails make this one of Georgia's most popular state parks. At 729 feet, Amicalola Falls is the tallest cascade in the Southeast. The Trail to the Inn is entirely within the Chattahoochee National Forest and Amicalola Falls State Park. Although much of the way is an easy walk, there are some climbs of moderate difficulty.

The Inn is very unique and is accessible only by foot over a moderate 5 mile hiking trail which originates at the top of the Amicalola Falls. We will start at the Visitor's Center and walk up the 425 steps to the tops of the falls. The hike is about 11-12 miles round trip at a moderate pace (2.5mph). We will enjoy lunch at the Len Foote Hike Inn. The Inn sometimes has desserts or fruit in exchange for a small donation, so bring some money if you'd like to have a treat. There are generally beverages as well, including hot water for tea and lemonade. The views are amazing on a clear day from the Hike Inn.

Steven and I will co-lead this hike together. One of us will sweep and make sure we'll stay together on the trail.

Required Items to Bring:
Good hiking shoes
Water and snacks and lunch
Clothing appropriate for weather conditions

Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
Camera
Hiking Poles
Sunscreen
Bug Spray

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From the Park-n-Ride, we will go north on 575. Turn right onto W. Church St. near Jasper. Turn left onto Burnt Mountain Road. Continue straight onto GA-136E. Turn left onto GA-183. Turn right onto GA-52E. Turn left into Amicalola Falls State Park and we'll meet at the Visitor's Center.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

120Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

8:00 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $48.00 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.

Cost Includes:

State Park Fee unless you have an annual park pass

Cancellation/Partial Attendance: Please review the AOC cancellation policy.