Where
Stone Mountain ParkWest Gate at the Base of the Mountain
FREE Parking at the SunTrust Bank Parking Lot
5399 East Mountain Street
Stone Mountain, GA 30083
Driving Directions
December 2016 Annuual Stone Mountain Hike
Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016
Rating: Easy/Strenuous
Distance: 5.5 Miles
Distance: 5.5 Miles
Departure: 9:00a Sharp
Meeting Place: WEST GATE
We will hike the Cherokee Trail which explores much of the Natural District around the base of Stone Mountain. As the tradition has begun, Keeping It Wild hikers will join us again this year.
parking lot inside the park near the restrooms, behind Confederate Hall at the base of the mountain ... our usual place
Weather Forecast: Mid 50's
(*Possible Rain, not sure if rain is expected in the morning or later in the day... we will play it by ear.)
We will hike the Cherokee Trail which explores much of the Natural District around the base of Stone Mountain. As the tradition has begun, Keeping It Wild hikers will join us again this year.
As always, wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots, and of course comfortable layered clothing. Bring water and snacks. According to Weather.com rain is expected, but we will wait and see, high 52 and cloudy. Bring water and snacks. Call me if you have any questions or concerns, 678.231.4973. If you send me a text, please include your name.
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Unless you have a park pass or want to pay $10 to park, you can opt to park at the SunTrust Bank parking lot located at 5399 East Mountain Street, Stone Mountain, GA 30083, lot for free. It is a short walk to the walk-through gate, we will be straight ahead near the restrooms building waiting for you.
Bring plenty of water, a light healthy lunch, a smile and a friendly disposition, and you are guaranteed to have a wonderful outing in the wilderness... WOW! As always, wear sturdy shoes or hiking boots (please, no new shoes or boots...you will be sorry...break them in first!), and of course comfortable layered, clothing. You may need a rain poncho or jacket for this one.
Don't forget the Leave No Trace principles to which we adhere... what you carry in, you carry out, with the exception of taking your memories of the adventure, your new friendships, and of course, any photos you may take.
Feel free to contact me by return email or telephone at 678.231.4973 should you have any questions.