Sawnee Mountain Early Sunday Hike - Trail Walk

Join us for a fast paced, challenging hike at Sawnee Mountain Preserve. Hike will be around 5-10 miles this time. Participants must be ready to maintain a 3-mph pace for 10 miles, with three breaks.

Note: This hike will be comprised of 2 loops. A 5-mile loop around Sawnee Mountain. The second loop will be a 4-mile loop including the Indian Seats overlook.

Where: Sawnee Mountainside Hiking and Parking. 2505 Bettis-Tribble Gap Road, Cumming, GA 30040. https://goo.gl/maps/FWqx6LyAH1aHTfMt7

When: Starts at 9:00 am

Distance: 5-10 Miles

Pace: 2.5 mph

Parking: Free

Bring: Water and salty snacks.

Dogs: Allowed on leash (but always check park guidelines)

Meet: The picnic area next the playground/bathrooms.

We will start promptly at the meeting time. Please be on time to ensure we can start as a group.

We welcome all skill levels but participants should be able to maintain a strenuous pace with the group at 2.5-3 mph. Beginning hikers are more than welcome in our group. However, if you have not walked for hours-long durations or kept up a fast pace, please make sure you do some park walks to prep in advance for our hikes. If you aren’t ready, you will cause the whole group to slow down or stop.

This group is for adults ages 18 and up only. Each attendee must RSVP on Meetup and can bring one adult 18+ guest.

Dogs are welcome to join us unless prohibited. Don't forget to bring water and snacks for you and your furry friend.

To get to our meeting spot, click on the link in the event description to access a pinned location on Google Maps.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to exercise, enjoy nature, and make new friends. See you there!

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.