Date/Time
Date(s) - 08/23/14
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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List of Attendees
- Peter de Lastic
- Rony K
- Jason Ma
Date: Saturday, August 23, 2014
Distance: 4 miles
Difficulty: D1
Carpool Time: 9:00 AM at Intown Community Church
Cost: $7:00 per person in carpool.
Hike Leader: Peter de Lastic (770-880-2966)
The Laurel Ridge Trail explores the bank of the Chattahoochee River, climbs low foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and ventures into coves claimed by Lake Lanier. In the first half mile of the trail there are several long-distance views of Buford Dam and Lower Pool Park. Atlanta’s growth created demand for two fundamental commodities—water and electrical power. Starting in 1950, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers built Lake Lanier to fill these needs. The Laurel Ridge Trail explores the southern end of the lake, climbing through foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and exploring coves that are now claimed by the lake.
We will hike the trail and then stop for a swim/paddle at the beach area or somewhere close. This is an easy beginner’s hike.
Required Items to Bring:
-daypack
-hiking shoes or strong tennis shoes.
-lunch
-high fuel trail snacks
-plenty of water or sport drink 1 liter
– bathing suit, hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
– towel
-camera (optional)
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