Sawnee Mountain Preserve - Summit/Lower Trail

About The Trail: This is a moderate trail with outstanding overlook and beautiful long-range views of the North Georgia Mountains. We will hike the trail to the Sawnee Mountain summit (3.5 miles), then the lower trail loop Hilltop trail/Ridgeline trail (2.5 miles).

Notes: Distance = Approx 6 miles

Time = Budget 2-3

Skill Rating = Intermediate (Several elevations/Mountain peak approx 1,700 feet)

Pace = 2 ½ to 3 miles per hour

Special Equipment = Hiking shoes (hiking poles optional)

Meeting Point = 2505 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road (Parking Lot/Playground).

Other Stuff = Park rules, no dogs allowed. Restrooms near Playground. As always, please bring water and snacks.

Directions: GPS… 2505 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road (Parking Lot). From the map in the link below, it looks like you take a right into the parking lot that ends is a circular loop and the only lot with a playground. There are 2 parking lots so if you don't see the circular loop, try 2500 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road (Parking Lot).

Parking Fees: Free parking

Link: http://parks.forsythco.com/Sawnee-Mountain-Preserve

RSVPs: If you sign up, but something changes, please update your RSVP so we know who will be attending.

Optional: Lunch at a local restaurant.

See you on the trail!

Lou