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Now more than 10,000 members! Join us for hikes in the Atlanta area - then dinner and drinks afterward. Most hikes include some local history and some scenic highlights such as old bridges, hidden trails, and the like. We clearly label each hike with skill level, anticipated time of completion, pace, and directions.
FYIs:
. I always include directions in the event description, so please use these written directions and not any pins or Google maps, as these often are incorrect
. On hike days when it is or will potentially be raining, I will announce any cancellations two hours prior to the event by posting "Canceled Rain" in the event title
. We typically do not permit dogs (some parks prohibit them, some terrain is too harsh), but we encourage attendance from any children who can keep the posted pace (but often it is us old fogies trying to keep up!)
. No surprises: We typically hike eight to ten miles - in the woods - which means a) there are uphills and downhills over rocks and roots and through stream beds, so be sure to have proper attire (hiking boots, hiking poles, and enough food and water), and b) be sure you are able to keep the posted pace so as to not needlessly slow the group down
I look forward to seeing you on the trails!
Charlie
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Coldwater Mountain Loop (Exploratory) (Camino Training Hike 1)
Coldwater Mountain Trails - Anniston Trailhead, 401 Monsanto RD, Anniston, AL, USAs several of us are going to be hiking the Camino Portugués in the late spring and with numerous back to back to back big mileage days included in that journey, I thought it would be a good idea to plan a series of training hikes in preparation. These hikes are intended to be big mileage, but with only low to moderate elevation gain. While this series of hikes is intended for those training for the Camino, anyone is welcome to participate, assuming you are up to the challenge.
Most of you know my practices for hikes, but I'll repeat them here. This is NOT a guided hike and you are responsible for your own well-being and ability to complete the hike within the listed time. These are big mileage hikes at a brisk pace and if you don't hike regularly, I would strongly recommend against your participation.
We will be departing the trailhead at the posted time. Do not expect the group to wait for you if you are running late, though you are welcome to try and catch up with the group.
I will be monitoring the weather closely as the day of the hike approaches and will likely cancel in the case of inclement weather. This decision will generally be made the night before the hike and post accordingly. You should check this posting prior to leaving for the trailhead.
Now onto the details of this specific training hike:
The Coldwater Mountain Trail complex is part of a large trail system across the border in Alabama. This trial will be approximately 14 miles with about 1,500 feet of elevation gain. At some point during the hike, we'll stop for a break where folks can eat (bring food). Also, we're hiking in January, please bring layers. We'll plan to follow the Alltrails.com map here:
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/alabama/coldwater-mountain-loop
As this is a fair distance from Atlanta, carpooling is recommended and those that are riding with others are encouraged to provide the driver with some compensation for gas.
Directions to Trailhead:
33.643919, -85.856042
- From the I-85/I-20 interchange, head west on I-20W for 110miles
- Take exit 185 and turn right at the end of the ramp to head north on AL-21N. Continue for 3.4 miles
- Turn Left onto AL-202W/E 8th Street and drive 1.8 miles
- Turn Left onto Monsanto Rd and continue for about 0.3 miles
- Turn Left into the Coldwater Mountain parking area
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