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Morning Hike @ Gold Branch




The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Roswell, GA   Hike: Morning Hike @ Gold Branch   National Weather Service Forecast
Date(s) & Time:Fri, Nov 8 2013  11:00 am >> Fri, Nov 8 2013 1:30 pm
Registration Opens: Tue, Nov 5 2013 11:10 pm
Registration Cut Off: Fri, Nov 8 2013 10:00 am
Event Duration:approx 2 Hours 30 Minutes
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Distance:6 Miles
Pace:Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Divya N
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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:3
Number Registered So Far: 2 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: Yes

Itinerary:

This will be a moderately paced, rain or shine, 6 mile hike. We will walk several trails within the unit and stop ocassionally for a water break or to click a few pictures. There are quite a few hills, and some of the trails are laden with rocks and tree roots, as such this isn't a beginner hike.

2 well-behaved dogs will be allowed on this hike, but they must be on a leash at all times. You must pick up after your dog.

There are no restrooms at this location.

If you have been to this location in the past 4 months, you will know the entry location has been shifted by a few feet, so be on the lookout when you are driving. Parking is 3 dollars cash unless you have an annual pass.


Required Items to Bring:

Appropriate clothing for the weather

3$ cash or annual park pass

Good hiking shoes

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

Camera

Water (strongly recommended)

Hiking poles

Bug spray/sunscreen

Trail mix


How to Get There:
Event Directions:

Approx Physical Address - 6156 Lower Roswell Rd, Marietta, GA 30068

GPS - co-ordinates - 33° 59' 6.14" N, 84° 23' 13.22" W

Gold Branch is on Lower Roswell Road, between Johnson Ferry Road and Wileo Road. The sign is now visible from the road since bushes have been trimmed during road expansion;  however, the park entrance is between residential subdivisions and is easy to miss if you're not watching for it. 

If you're coming from Johnson Ferry Road, it's on the right, about 2 miles from Johnson Ferry.  

If you're coming from Wileo, it's also a couple of miles, but on your left.

If you're following Azalea Drive and turn left onto Wileo, be aware that Wileo becomes Lower Roswell Road when it does a 90 degree left turn.  The park is 2 miles further down Lower Roswell - - on your left. Remember, it's very easy to pass right by it, so slow down and look for the little turn-off after 2 miles!   For those who have been to Gold Branch in the past, be prepared for turning at a new entrance.  Slow down as you get close!


Notes:

3 $ cash or annual pass for parking.

Trail Map - http://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/upload/TrailMapGoldBranch.pdf


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