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Evening at East Palisades... with a few new routes




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: CNRA East Palisades Unit - Indian Trail Parking Lot   Hike: Evening at East Palisades... with a few new routes  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sun, Jul 24 2011  7:00 pm >> Sun, Jul 24 2011 9:00 pm
Registration Opens: Fri, Jul 22 2011 10:43 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sun, Jul 24 2011 5:00 pm
Event Duration:2 Hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:4.5 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Mark
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:16
Minimum Group Size:3
Number Registered So Far: 13 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

Twilight hike at East Palisades with the bonus of a few new trails!

(Note: this hike will start at the Indian Trail parking area)

We will begin the hike at the Indian Trail parking lot and walk along many trails of the East Palisades Unit making a few brief stops for photo opportunities and to hydrate. We will walk on a few new trail routes (at least they are new for me) and get in as many of the other trails as possible in 2 hours. I plan to keep a moderately fast pace on the hike to ensure that we get in over 4 miles and will also throw in a few good hills. Sunset will be at 8:42 PM and if it looks as if it will be clear we can try to find a good vantage point to watch it. The park officially closes 30 minutes after sunset, so we will arrive back at the cars by that time.

The hike will be approximately 4 - 4.5 miles and there will be some steep and hilly portions that should get the heart rate up. Many of the trails have protruding rocks and roots, so be sure to wear sturdy footwear with good traction. A small LED flashlight or headlamp will be helpful, although not necessarily required.

We will meet at the East Palisades Unit, Indian Trail Parking area. There is a $3 parking fee per vehicle, unless you have an Annual Pass. Either the daily fee pass, or annual pass must be displayed in your windshield while parked.



Required Items to Bring:
  • Comfortable and well fitting hiking shoes/boots
  • Comfortable clothing,that is weather appropriate.
  • PLENTY OF WATER TO STAY HYDRATED (1 - 1.5 liters)
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • You may want to bring a amall snack to eat.
  • A small LED flashlight or headlamp.

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

 

 GPS Directions

Enter the following coordinates for the parking lot entrance into your Auto or Handheld GPS.  (note: All Garmin, and most TomTom GPS's allow for direct coordinate entry)

h ddd˚ mm.mmm'    N 33˚ 53.278',  W 84˚ 26.018'

 

From I -285 Eastbound
- Take exit 22, Northside Drive, New Northside Drive, Powers Ferry Road.
- Right on Northside Drive.
- Travel 1.1 miles to Indian Trail (on right) and turn right.
- Indian Trail to the park entrance (0.4 miles).
- Take gravel park entrace road 0,3 miles to parking lot.

From I-285 Westbound
- Take exit 22, Northside Drive, New Northside Drive, Powers Ferry Road.
- Straight to second traffic light.
- Left on Northside Drive
- Travel 1.1 miles to Indian Trail (on right) and turn right.
- Indian Trail to the park entrance (0.4 miles).
- Take gravel park entrace road 0,3 miles to parking lot.

From I-75
- Exit onto I-285 Eastbound
- Follow directions for "From I-285 Eastbound."


http://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/indiantrail.htm

Notes:
  • Dogs are permitted, but must remain ON leash at all times.
  • There is a $3 parking fee per vehicle unless you have an Annual Pass.  Either daily or annual pass must be displayed in the windshield of the vehicle.

 


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