Elachee Nature Center

Trail Description:
"Savor the tranquil beauty of one of Georgia’s most diverse and largest protected green spaces. This urban forest features rolling typography and four diverse habitats: woodland, lake, stream and wetland."

Join us for a challenging strenuous hike at Elachee Nature Center. Our 6-8 mile hike will take through the woods with some elevations. Be prepared to maintain a brisk 2.5 mph pace. The elevations can make this trail challenging, so this hike is not for beginners. Please be prepared for the pace and mileage.

Here's the trail Map: https://www.elachee.org/hiking-trails/#descriptions

Difficulty Level
Moderate (mixed surface trail, includes elevation gain).
Distance:
6-8 miles.
Estimated Duration:
3+ hours
Pace:
Strenuous, 2.5-3.0 mph. Please be able to keep up a strenuous pace with the group.
Meeting Location:
Chicopee Woods Nature Preserve Trailhead

• Pin: (34.24477, -83.83280)

Start Time:

• 9:00 am sharp

Parking Info:

• $5. There is a code that you can scan to pay over your phone.

Dog Policy
Dogs are not welcome per the park website.
Event Guidelines

• We will begin promptly at the listed time. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early so we can start together.
• This group is for people ages 18 and over who are Meetup members, and each person may bring up to one adult guest.
• Bring water, snacks, and any gear you may need (e.g., trekking poles, flashlight, rain gear).
• We welcome beginners. But if you are new to hiking or unsure if you can maintain the listed pace and duration, please do some prep walks in advance. Hikers who cannot keep pace may slow down or stop the group.
• If you decide to leave the hike for any reason, we request that you let someone in the group know.

Disclaimers - Required Reading
WEATHER
We monitor weather forecasts and may cancel based on them. However, each participant is responsible for monitoring the weather themselves and deciding whether to attend. We are not liable for weather-related incidents. Please use caution and come prepared for current conditions.
TRAIL DISTANCE AND CONDITIONS
Please be advised that the total distance, duration, and difficulty of the hike may vary due to unforeseen circumstances, including but not limited to weather conditions, trail closures, detours, or terrain changes. Estimated distances are provided for general guidance only, and actual mileage may exceed these estimates.
PARTICIPATION
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 at their own risk. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are physically and mentally prepared for the hiking challenges 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.