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GA Canyon Climbers Club Part II : Amicalola Falls


The Basics:
Event Type:Hike
Event Location: Amicalola Falls State Park
Date(s) & Time:Sat, Mar 29 2008  10:00 am >> N/A  (Carpool Departure: 8:30 am   *log in for location*)
Registration Opens: Wed, Mar 5 2008 12:00 am
Registration Cut Off: Thu, Mar 27 2008 11:59 pm
Event Duration:2-3 hours
Difficulty Rating:D3: Moderate
Trip Leader(s):
Jason Kotz
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Member Cost:None

Participant Info:
Who's Invited: Members Only, 21 And Older Only
Maximum Group Size:16
Minimum Group Size:4
Number Registered So Far: 13 / 0 (To see who's signed up, log in to the Member Area)
Are Dogs Permitted: No

Itinerary:

Amicalola Falls State Park
Join me for the 2nd of four hikes to Georgia's most scenic state parks.

It takes a little over an hour to drive up to the park. We'll meet at the visitor's center where everyone can gather to see nature displays, live exhibits and a gift shop. Around 10am, we'll cross the parking lot and hike up the Creek and Mt. Laurel Loop trial. This hike is a moderate 3 mile loop, with a couple of steep grades and 600 steps. Everyone is free to hike at their own pace up to the top of the falls. We will gather at the overlook/bridge and rest for a few minutes. Restrooms and drink machines are available here. We will then hike around by the lodge and downhill about one mile back to the Visitors Center.

"It's easy to see why this is one of Georgia's most popular state parks. Amicalola, a Cherokee Indian word meaning "tumbling waters," is an appropriate name for these 729-foot falls ~~ the tallest cascading waterfall east of the Mississippi River." ( Georgia State Parks - Amicalola Falls)



The Canyon Climbers Club is designed to provide a challenge to the park visitor who wants to both get some exercise and enjoy the great outdoors. To participate, have a special card (purchased for $10 at each of the four participating state parks) punched at the park visitor's center each time you acoomplish one of the outlined tasks.
  • Cloudland Canyon (1,148 steps)
  • Amicalola Falls (604 steps)
  • Providence Canyon (2,000 steps)
  • Tallulah Gorge (610 steps)

Once they have visited all four parks and had their card punched by rangers, hikers can redeem it for a t-shirt and bragging rights. No time limit applies, so hikers can take as long as they wish to visit all four parks.

Georgia State Parks & Historic Sites: Canyon Climbers Club 		Canyon Climbers Club




Required Items to Bring:
  • Water or sports drink
Recommended Items to Bring:
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  • Hiking boots or athletic shoes
  • Rain gear / poncho
  • Camelbak / small daypack
  • Camera
  • Hiking Poles
  • Light Snacks if needed.

How to Get There:
Event Directions:

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  1. Head east on Mansell Rd toward Mansell Rd (0.4 mi)
  2. Turn left to merge onto GA-400 N (31.4 mi)
  3. Turn left at GA-136 (17.4 mi)
  4. Continue on GA-183 (1.1 mi)
  5. Slight right at GA-52 (1.5 mi)
  6. Turn left at High Shoals Rd (0.6 mi)
  7. Turn right at Amicalola Falls Lodge Rd (39 ft)
  8. We'll meet at the Visitor's Center, so people can purchase Canyon Cards if they desire.

Carpool to Event Distance (round trip):106Mile(s)
Carpool Departure Time: 8:30 am
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Carpool Cost: Estimated cost per vehicle for this event is $42.40 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:
Will this event occur rain or shine? Yes, so remember your rain gear!

Remember to bring $3.00/car for the parking fee, unless you have an annual park pass.

Bring an extra $10 if you want to purchase a Canyon Climbers Card.

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