Fort Yargo Sunday Hike - 6 Mile Lake Loop

Trail Description:
Join us for a fun hike at Fort Yargo State Park, located near Winder, GA. Our 6-mile hike will take us around the majority of the lake, offering stunning views of the water and several different terrains.

The trail is easy to moderate, but we keep a strenuous pace up. Beginners are welcome, but if you aren't used to doing 5+ miles at around 3 miles per hour, please prepare by doing some park walks until you feel comfortable at that pace.

This is the first trail we hiked, so it is our "home" trail.

Difficulty Level (check one):

• Moderate (mixed paved/nature trail, may include moderate elevation gain, may include some challenging surface).

Distance:
6 Miles

Estimated Duration:
2.5 Hours

Pace:
Strenuous, please be able to keep up a strenuous pace with the group.

Meeting Location:
Meet at the Fort Yargo State Park visitor center.
210 S Broad St, Winder, GA 30680

PIN: X7H8+C6 Winder, Georgia

NOTE: There are multiple entrances to the park, so make sure you enter at the visitor center main entrance.

Start Time:
9:00 AM sharp

Parking Info: $5 parking pass (or Georgia State Parks Annual Pass)

Dog Policy:
Dogs must be leashed and under owner control at all times.

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 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.