What we’re about
Are you looking for a fun and healthy way to explore the great outdoors? Join our hiking club! Our group is a great place to get exercise, breathe fresh air, and make new friends while enjoying some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in the area. Our hikes start early in the morning (usually starting around 8:30 or 9am).
We will hike moderate to intermediate trails, mostly within an hour's drive of Lawrenceville. Hikes will range from 6-8 miles normally, with some hikes up to 12 miles. The pace will usually be 2.5 - 3 miles per hour. We keep a steady, strenuous pace and ask that participants stay up with the group. Always bring water with you, and sun protection.
The main trails will be Fort Yargo, Tribble Mill, Harbins, Yellow River, Arabia, Stone Mountain, Ivy Creek Greenway, Elachee, Sandy Creek, Big Haynes Creek, and Little Mulberry.
We welcome all skill levels but participants should be able to maintain a strenuous pace with the group at 2.5-3 mph.
Annual donation: Please donate $12 per year to cover Meetup costs
In addition to the physical benefits of hiking, our club is a great place to connect with like-minded people who share a passion for nature and adventure. You'll have the opportunity to meet new friends, exchange stories and tips, and create lasting memories while exploring some of the most stunning scenery in the region.
This group is for adults ages 18 and up only. Each attendee must RSVP on Meetup and can bring one adult 18+ guest.
By participating in our hiking group, you acknowledge that hiking involves inherent risks and dangers, including but not limited to physical exertion, unpredictable weather conditions, uneven terrain, and encounters with wildlife. Our hiking group does not guarantee the safety or well-being of participants, and all individuals join us at their own risk. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are physically and mentally prepared for the challenges of hiking, and to take appropriate precautions to mitigate any risks. By joining our hiking group, you agree to assume all risks associated with hiking and to release our group, its organizers, and other participants from any liability or claims arising from your participation.
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See all- Pine Mtn East & West Loop Trail – Cartersville (Black Friday Hike)Pine Mountain Trail, West, Cartersville, GA
Just North of Lake Allatoona up off 75 in Cartersville, GA, is a moderately trafficked double loop trail with a spur to the rocky top of Pine Mountain which has some great views of the countryside and the lake.
Parking is free and not far off the I-75 exit. We will meet in the parking lot near the trail entrance. Just tap on the pin map included in the invite on your smartphone and Google Maps and it will get you to the right place.
Below are some helpful informational links. Of course and as always, if you have any questions in advance please let me know and I will do my best to answer them.
Alltrails (general info about the trail itself):
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/pine-mountain-east-and-west-loop-trailAtlanta Trails (general info about the trail itself):
https://www.atlantatrails.com/hiking-trails/pine-mountain-trail-cartersville/Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a beginner, we welcome all skill levels, but participants should be able to maintain pace with the group at 2.5.
By participating in our hiking group, you acknowledge that hiking involves inherent risks and dangers, including but not limited to physical exertion, unpredictable weather conditions, uneven terrain, and encounters with wildlife. Our hiking group does not guarantee the safety or well-being of participants, and all individuals join us at their own risk. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are physically and mentally prepared for the challenges of hiking, and to take appropriate precautions to mitigate any risks. By joining our hiking group, you agree to assume all risks associated with hiking and to release our group, its organizers, and other participants from any liability or claims arising from your participation.
