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Cochran Shoals - Interstate North




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: 2080 W. Interstate N Pkwy., Marietta, GA, 30339   Hike: Cochran Shoals - Interstate North   National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Mon, Jul 29 2013  6:00 pm >> Mon, Jul 29 2013 7:45 pm
Registration Opens: Sun, Jul 28 2013 10:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Mon, Jul 29 2013 4:00 pm
Event Duration:1 Hours 45 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:5 Miles
Pace:Fast
Trip Leader(s):
Lauren
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:12
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 12 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

This will be a D3 faster paced hike. This is not a beginner hike. We will be moving quickly with limited stops. We'll cover about 5 miles.
 

You're welcome to bring your dog but please follow the rules. The Chattahoochee NRA requires that owners keep their dogs on a leash and clean up after their pets on the trails. Please cooperate with the posted rules. Dogs MUST be on leash at all times for this event

 

We will start on time, so please arrive 5-10 minutes early to check in.  Restrooms are available at this trailhead.

Bring $3 to park unless you have a parking pass.


Required Items to Bring:

water, gatorade or whatever you like to keep hydrated (important)
No flip flops or shoes without a backstrap please
snacks to fuel yourself
hiking poles if you dig 'em
sunscreen/bug spray according to the season and weather
appropriate clothing
epi pen/inhaler if you need one

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

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

 2080 W. Interstate N Pkwy., Marietta, GA, 30339

The parking lot entrance is between Powers Ferry Road and Northside Drive, along Interstate North - - with I- 285 paralleling Interstate North within eyeshot of the parking lot.

From eastbound Interstate 285

  • Take exit 22, Northside Drive, New Northside Drive, Powers Ferry Road.
  • Go to second traffic light and go left onto New Northside Drive.
  • Use “through” lane to pick up Interstate North Parkway.
  • Unit will be immediately on the right after crossing the Chattahoochee.

From westbound Interstate  285

  • Take exit 22, Northside Drive, New Northside Drive, Powers Ferry Road.
  • Right on New Northside Drive.
  • Use “through” lane to pick up Interstate North Parkway.
  • Unit will be immediately on the right after crossing the Chattahoochee.

If you're on Powers Ferry Road heading south, turn LEFT just before going under 285.  The lot will be on your
 left before you cross the river.

Notes:




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