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Smith Creek Trail to Anna Ruby Falls
This is a MODERATE hike that is approximately 8.5-9 mile hike. There are creeks to cross, some downed trees and overgrown sections. Elevation Gain is 1669 and length of time approximately 5 hours. Some steep climbs. Some spots have uneven rocks and most of the hike is shaded. This is an out and back hike.
Bring water , snacks and water resistant shoes and extra socks. You will be crossing some creeks so your feet will get wet.
We will meet at the Visitors Center ( Unicoi State Park and Lodge 1788 Highway 356, Helen, Ga). Due to trailhead parking capacity of 6 cars, we can meet at the Visitors Center and fill our cars up to take less cars to the trailhead. If parking lot if filled, be prepared to park on the side of the road.
$5 parking pass unless you have Annual Pass.
Some of will get a hotel nearby at The Red Roof Inn in Helen, Ga
Rafting Section IV on Chatooga River
We are wandering on water! We will head to Clayton, Ga on the 27th, raft all day Saturday, and go home Sunday the 28th.
Rafting tickets at Southeastern Expeditions are $165 per person and will need to book ASAP. Rafting for 7 hours and a riverside lunch is included.
Raven Cliff Falls Trail
This hike is labeled MODERATE and is approximately 5 miles with an elevation gain of 633 ft. It is an out and back hike with many waterfalls along the way.
We will be be backpacking in and out. We will hike for about halfway in (2.5 mile mark) and setup camp. We ask everyone to help each other setup as we will have different levels of campers and hikers, gather the making for a fire and make one together. If you want to bring equipment to cook with , you’re more than welcome to or opt in easy light packs of food that doesn’t have to be cooked. But roasting marshmallows is always a fun time!
Remember rule of thumb, pack light and not more than 20% of your weight.
Parking lot only holds up to 30 cars. Address : 3000 Richard Russell Highway Helen, Ga
The terrain goes over roots and rocks, so sturdy shoes is a MUST! This also has a lot of creek crosses and muddy patches so water resistant shoes will be ideal.
This is a good hike for dogs but beware there are some log crossing to go over streams.
$5 parking fee unless you have an annual pass.
Melbourne, Florida - Kayak through African Zoo, hike & Beach
We will be wandering on water and land!
This is a weekend trip in Melbourne. Florida. You can either drive or fly in that Friday. We can either spit a hotel room or you can get your own.
Saturday, we will kayak at Brevard Zoo, then hike the Maritime Hammock Sanctuary Loop and hit the beach. Head home on Sunday.
Zoo admission fee is $32 online (you will be responsible for) and WWW will cover your kayak tour fee.
Trail of Ten Falls - Oregon
Trip to Oregon!
Fly into Portland, Oregon, grab rental cars, get a quick lunch at Lakeside Bar and Grill and head to our first hike.
Wild Cherry, Wildwood, Alder, Dogwood Loop via Leif Erickson Drive which is a moderate 5.8 mile loop that will take approximately 3-3.5 hours with an elevation gain of 875 ft. It may have muddy patches and steep sections. Proper footwear is suggested.
After the hike, we will drive to Salem, Oregon to check into out hotel (Days Inn by Wyndham Black Bear $236 total for both nights), then grab dinner after getting freshened up.
Dinner at Armadeus Restaurant in Salem.
Saturday morning breakfast at 8am at Word of Mouth Neighborhood Bistro in Salem, Oregon.
After breakfast, head to Silver Falls Park in Silverton, Oregon. There’s a 1 day use parking permit of $10.
We will hike The Trail of Ten Falls which is a moderate 7.4 mile loop hike that will take approximately 4-4.5 hours to hike with an elevation gain of 1, 181 in elevation gain.
After the hike, we can head back to hotel and freshen up and head to dinner at Gambretti’s.
Sunday - fly home.
Panther Creek Trail
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest
This hike is labeled HARD and is approximately 11 miles. It has beautiful waterfalls. scenic views and plenty of shaded areas. There are tricky creek crossings and some overgrown areas.
Emery Creek Falls Trail
Address: Cohutta Wildlife Management Area in Higdon, Ga
This hike is rated MODERATE and approximately 6 miles. This has beautiful falls, numerous creek crossings and scenic views along with slippery rocks, and downed trees.
Jacks River Trail Through Hike
We will head up that Friday, hike all day Saturday and head back Sunday. This hike is rated MODERATE and approximately 15 miles. River crossings can be tough but are worth it, be prepared to get wet!
Benton Mackaye Duncan Ridge Trail
Address: Benton MacKaye Trail in Higdon, Ga
This hike is rated MODERATE and is approximately 7 miles. This hike has beautiful scenery, well-maintained paths, and a nice climb. There are some steep climbs and hidden ankle hazards from leaves. Be prepared for elevation changes.
Sky Pond, The Loch & Timberlake Falls, Maroon Bells - Colorado
Rocky Mountain National Park
1000 US 36 Estes Park, Denver CO
Colorado Trip!! We will fly out that Friday, hike Saturday and fly back Sunday. This hike is labeled HARD and is approximately 10 miles. This hike has stunning views, beautiful lakes, and fun scrambling sections with steep inclines, icy areas and strong winds. Using microspikes are recommended.
Woody Gap to Jerrard Gap
Address: Blood Mountain Wilderness
This hike is rated HARD and is approximately 11 miles. This hike has beautiful views from Preacher’s Rock, muddy sections, fallen trees and steep climbs.
Conasauga River Trail
Address: Conasauga River Trail Cohutta Wilderness in Crandall, Ga
This hike is rated HARD and is 12 miles. This hike has beautiful views with numerous fallen trees, creek crossings and trail washouts.
Providence Canyon
Address: Providence Canyon State Park in Lumpkin, Ga
We will be doing both hike: Providence Canyon Backcountry and the Canyons Trails at 8 miles. These hikes have beautiful views, rocky areas and some steep sections.
Lula Lake Classic Loop
Address: 5000 Lula Lake Rd. Lookout Mountain, Ga
This hike is labeled MODERATE and is approximately 4.5 miles. Get ready for some beautiful and stunning waterfall views, with steep paths and slippery sections.
James E. Edmonds Trail
This hike is labeled HARD! It’s approximately 7 miles with a 1991 elevation gain and hike is a loop. It will take approximately 5 hours to hike. It has many small waterfalls, streams, and rivers. The terrain is challenging with many steep inclines and declines, twisted roots, slippery leaves, downed trees and rocks. 2 of the inclines are a mile long each.
Must have water, snacks, and good footwear due to the terrain. It’s suggested to have trekking poles. There are water sources along the way if you use a filter.
$5 park pass unless you have an annual pass.
Address: 3085 Black Rock Mountain Parkway Mountain City, Ga 30562 Rabun County
Parking lot is at the trailhead. We will meet at the trailhead at 8:30am.
Some of us may stay at a hotel the n ight before. Hotel TBD.
4 Hour Walk through Gibbs Gardens
Walk through the 12 Gardens at Gibbs Gardens. Easy walk that takes approximately 4 hours.
Address is: 1987 Gibbs Dr. Ball Ground, Ga
Order your tickets online to avoid waiting in lines. Visit link fpr prices.
https://www.gibbsgardens.com/visit/tickets/
They do not allow dogs unless it’s a service dog and you must pick up after your dog. No professional camera allowed. No outside drinks unless it’s water.
We will have a late lunch after our walk through. Lunch place TBD.
Grand Canyon
This is a bucket list for any hiker! We will fly out on Friday the 25th, hike the 26th, and fly back the 27th. It’s going to be a short but busy weekend! What else can we say about The Grand Canyon??
Three Forks & Springer Mountain via AT
Address: Type in Three Forks USFS 58 at the Appalachian National Scenic Trail in Blueridge.
This hike is rated Moderate and is 8.5 miles. Meet at the trailhead at 9am. This hike has steep climbs and slippery spots after rain. Lots of beautiful scenery and waterfalls.
Hike a leg across Ga with Gail Vance to stop child abuse
Gail Vance is walking across Ga from west to east to raise money for The Rainbow House Children’s Resource Center that helps kids that have been abused or at risk. The leg we will hike is TBD depending on Gail’s progress. Let’s cheer her on and walk with her!
Stone Mountain
Address: Stone Mountain Park 1000 Robert E Lee Blvd Stone Mountain, Ga
We will do 2 hikes: The Stone Mountain Cherokee Loop that is 5 miles and the Walk Up Trail that is 2 miles.
Gahuti Backcountry Trail
Address: 181 Fort Mountain State Park Rd. Chatsworth, Ga 30705. Meet at The trailhead at 9am.
Hike this beautiful overlook, and waterfall. This is a 8-8.5 mile hike and considered HARD. Parking should be easy. Diversity of terrain and well maintained!