HIKE: West Palisades 5 miles good parking

West Palisades is one of the most beautiful CNRA units - - a cousin to East Palisades. It offers scenic views of the Chattahoochee as well as wooded trails. We'll hike at a moderate pace, and go 5 miles or so - - making this a good hike for people who want to exercise and enjoy a chance to socialize with others along the way. Hopefully, we'll all be able to breathe for the duration of the hike . . . except up one or two LONG hills! ***This is not a beginner hike...it is beginner/intermediate ***Hiking poles are recommended for some of the rough terrain.

NOTE: This entrance to West Palisades is off of Akers Mill Road! Look for the apartments with the huge water wheel out front on Akers Mill Road! That's where you turn in. There are no signs indicating the trailhead here, so just trust that you're in the right place. Drive past the apartments to the CRNRA brown sign on the left, and drive the long, winding road to the very end, where we will be parking.
There is a $5 parking fee at this location, unless you have an annual pass. Parking passes must be obtained online either in advance or on your smartphone & credit card at the parking lot. Please allow time to purchase your pass before our 9:30 am start time. You can get a pass in advance at **https://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/fees.htm.**