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Afternoon hike at East Palisades




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: CNRA East Palisades Unit - Whitewater Creek Parking Area   Hike: Afternoon hike at East Palisades  National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Mar 3 2012  3:30 pm >> Sat, Mar 3 2012 5:45 pm
Registration Opens: Thu, Mar 1 2012 11:45 pm
Registration Cut Off: Sat, Mar 3 2012 2:00 pm
Event Duration:2 Hours 15 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:5 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Alex R
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:14
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 9 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

(Note: this hike will start at the Whitewater Creek parking area)

After gathering at the Whitewater Creek parking lot, we will begin hiking at a rather quick pace through a unique set of trails through the East Palisades park. There will be an even balance between marked trails and unmarked trails so there will hopefully be some unique views even for those that are familiar with the park.

 

You will be able to expect a moderately quick pace with only a couple stops to hydrate and enjoy a few overlooks near the river. Please be prepared for the difficulty of some of the unmarked sections as they will have rather steep inclines.

 

Dogs are absolutely welcome on the trail but must be able to keep up with the pace of the group.

 

There is a $3 parking fee unless you have an annual pass.

 


Required Items to Bring:
  • Comfortable and well fitting hiking shoes/boots
  • Comfortable clothing,that is weather appropriate.
  • PLENTY OF WATER TO STAY HYDRATED (1.5 - 2 quarts)
Recommended Items to Bring:
Use our Event Checklists to make sure you have everything you need.
  • You may want to bring a small snack or energy bar to eat.

How to Get There:
Event Directions:GPS Coordinates:

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; many "built-in" GPS's will not)
h ddd˚ mm' ss.s" ----- N 33˚ 52' 35.7", W 84˚ 26' 16.3"
h ddd˚ mm.mmm' --- -- N 33˚ 52.595', W 84˚ 26.271'

From I -285 Eastbound:
  • Take exit 22, Northside Drive, New Northside Drive, Powers Ferry Road.
  • Right on Northside Drive.
  • Go through the Powers Ferry intersection for 1.6 miles to Harris Trail (Caution light).
  • Right on Harris Trail and 0.9 mile to Whitewater Creek Rd.
  • Right on Whitewater Creek Rd. and entrance will be on the right (.1 mile).

From I-285 Westbound:
  • Take exit 22, Northside Drive, New Northside Drive, Powers Ferry Road.
  • Straight to second traffic light.
  • Left on Northside Drive
  • Go through the Powers Ferry intersection for 1.6 miles to Harris Trail (Caution light).
  • Right on Harris Trail and 0.9 mile to Whitewater Creek Rd.
  • Right on Whitewater Creek Rd. and entrance will be on the right (0.1 mile).

 

From I-75 Northbound:
  • Take exit 256, Mt. Paran Road.
  • Right on Mt. Paran Road, go to the first traffic light (Harris Trail) and turn left.
  • Go about 0.3 miles and turn left onto Whitewater Creek Road.
  • Unit is on the right (0.1 mile).

 

From U.S. 41 (Cobb Parkway) northbound:
  • Travel to Mt. Paran Road
  • Right on Mt. Paran Road, go to the first traffic light (Harris Trail) and turn left.
  • Go about 0.3 miles turn left onto Whitewater Creek Road.
  • Go 0.1 miles to the unit, which is on the right.

 

From U.S. 41 (Cobb Parkway) southbound:
  • Travel to Mt. Paran Road
  • Turn left on Mt. Paran Road, go to the first traffic light (Harris Trail) and turn left.
  • Go about 0.3 miles turn left onto Whitewater Creek Road.
  • Go 0.1 miles to the unit, which is on the right.

Notes:
  • Dogs are permitted, but must remain on leash and be able to maintain our quick pace.
  • 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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