Pine Log Creek Trail (Cartersville)

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Pine Log Creek Trail (Cartersville)

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Bartow County, GA

Hike: Pine Log Creek Trail (Cartersville)

Date(s) & Time:

Sun, Aug 12 2012 10:00 am >> Sun, Aug 12 2012 12:00 pm (Carpool Departure: 9:00 am *log in for location*)

Registration Opens:

Mon, Aug 6 2012 9:00 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Sat, Aug 11 2012 6:01 pm

Event Duration:

2 Hours

Difficulty Rating:

D3: Moderate

Distance:

4.7 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Lauren
Joyce T.

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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:

15 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)

Are Dogs Permitted:

Itinerary:

The trail features a 4.7 mile path crossing seven rustic footbridges over Pine Log Creek. From two overlooks, hikers can view Pine Log Mountain - one of the highest elevations in Bartow County's Appalachian foothills - and the site of the Pine Log Cherokee Indian Village. The trail system includes two loops east and west and is rated moderate. Although some of the terrain is rugged there is only one significant climb, with an elevation gain of about 420 feet. The eastern loop takes hikers by an early CCC quarry pond that has some amazing rock formations and picturesque views.

The hike starts at 10 sharp (carpool leaves at 9). Afterwards we will stop for lunch in downtown Cartersville at a little gem of a restaurant called Swheats. Please make sure you work out whether your carpool group is going to stay for lunch before you leave the Park and Ride. It's a small restaurant that serves healthy meals - soups, salads and sandwiches. All with locally grown, organic produce. Swheats has always pleased every AOC'er with both their wonderful service and tasty food. We'll freely admit we use Swheats as an 'excuse' to hike in Cartersville. :)

You can take a peak at their menu: http://www.swheat market.com/menu/index.html

Make sure you arrive a few minutes early to the carpool or event to check in. We will leave the carpool promptly at 9:00 and will start the hike at 10:00 sharp. If you are late then you will be left.

Required Items to Bring:

Trail snacks.
Plenty of water.
Good hiking boots.

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

Hiking poles if you like to use them.

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

From Exit 293 on I 75 turn right onto US 411 North. After about 7.5 miles turn right onto GA 140 East. Continue approximately 3.2 miles to Pine Log Creek Trail System parking area on left.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):

66Mile(s)

Carpool Departure Time:

9:00 am

Carpool Location:

Carpool Directions:

Carpool Cost:

Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $26.40 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:

Please share gas expenses with carpool drivers. Approximate vehicle expense for this event is $26.40 (calculated at total miles (66) * $0.400, effective Sunday, October 16, 2011). This is based on the current gas, maintenance, and other costs of $0.400 per mile as stated by the IRS & Cars.com. This should be divided by the total number of people in the vehicle (incl driver).
For example: With 4 people in the vehicle, the expense per person on this trip would be $6.60. Alternately your carpool driver may choose to split the maintenance cost plus the actual gas cost among all in the vehicle. Your carpool driver will confirm exactly how much money they require to cover costs. Please split the actual cost among all people in the vehicle.

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