Hike: Sandy Creek Park

Lake Chapman Trail:
Sandy Creek Park - Athens-Clarke County - ball fields, a beach and lots of trails - we will circle Lake Chapman (about 7.5 miles) day hike and enjoy the beautiful Sandy Creek Park. The park is located in Athens, Ga. and serves as a recreation site for fishing, beaches, canoeing and kayaks. The trail climbs to hilltops and views of the lake, and then drops to a wetland where Sandy Creek meets the lake. Lake Chapman Trail is an easy mostly shaded trail. Our hiking time will take about 2.5 - 3 hours. This gives us time to take short water and snack breaks.

From Atlanta take Interstate 85 north to Exit 137 for U.S. Hwy 129. Turn right and take U.S. Highway 129 south for 11.6 miles. Turn left onto New Kings Bridge Road and go 5.3 miles. Bear right onto U.S. Highway 441/GA Highway 15 and travel south 3.4 miles. After you pay Go to the first stop sign, turn right, circle around to 2nd stop sign turn right cross over the dam/bridge to reach the park lots 14 & 15.

The park charges a $2. Fee per person.