Solstice Sunset at Stone Mountain

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Solstice Sunset at Stone Mountain

The Basics:

Event Type:

Hike

Event Location:

Stone Mountain Park

Date(s) & Time:

Fri, Jun 21 2013 7:55 pm >> Fri, Jun 21 2013 9:33 pm

Registration Opens:

Sun, Jun 16 2013 8:03 pm

Registration Cut Off:

Fri, Jun 21 2013 5:33 pm

Event Duration:

1 Hours 38 Minutes

Difficulty Rating:

D2: Easy to Moderate

Distance:

2 Miles

Pace:

Moderate

Trip Leader(s):

Laura V

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Member Cost:

None

Participant Info:

Who's Invited:

Members Only, 21 And Older Only

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Itinerary:

Join us for an evening hike to celebrate the Summer Solstice - the day on which the sun sets at its northernmost point on the horizon. The 2013 Summer Solstice occurs at 5:04 a.m. on June 21, but we will enjoy the sunset at 8:50 p.m. from the top of Stone Mountain.

We will meet in front of the Confederate Hall restrooms at 7:55 p.m. for introductions before we head to the top to enjoy the view and the sunset. On the ascent, we will hike at a moderate pace on a side trail, rather than on the heavily traveled walk-up trail. We will gain about 650 feet of elevation in just over one mile. Your TL and those with strong legs will climb the very steep portion of the mountain closest to the fence, but you will also have the option to connect to the walk up trail at the half way point and use the handrails for the steep section.

We will be walking down after sunset, so please bring a small LED flashlight or headlamp.

Free parking is available at MARTA PARK n RIDE parking lot. From there, it is less than a half mile walk to the west gate park entrance near our meeting spot.

Please take the time to look at the park map and your parking options in order to be on time.

This event will be cancelled in the event of severe weather.

Required Items to Bring:

sturdy hiking shoes with good traction
water
head lamp or LED flashlight

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

camera
snack and beverage to enjoy while watching the sunset
windbreaker or rain gear if necessary

How to Get There:

Event Directions:

Directions To Confederate Hall Parking Lot:

To the main entrance- From I-285 take U.S. Hwy 78 East (Snellville/Athens) exit. Travel about 7 miles and take Exit 8, the Stone Mountain Park Main Entrance. After entering the main entrance, proceed straight ahead. The road will fork at about 1 mile - stay to the right. Continue to follow the road for another mile. Confederate Hall will be on your left. We will meet outside the restrooms at the start of the walk up trail.

MARTA PARK & RIDE LOT
Free public parking in Stone Mountain Village

From Hwy 78 take exit 5 - stay right for a half mile - then a quick exit to E. Ponce/Stone Mtn. Village. At the end of the ramp turn left. Drive a mile or so into the village. Turn left at the light onto East Mountain. Turn right on Fourth Street. There you will find the MARTA park and ride. You will need to give yourself extra time to walk down East Mountain to the WEST GATE of the park.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: For more information about Stone Montain Park, go to:

http://www.stonemountainpark.com/
MEETING POINT

Notes:

The parking fee inside the park is $10 unless you have annual pass.

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