HIKE: BOWMAN ISLAND ALL THE TRAILS 7 miles from Buford Dam Road
Details
The Bowmans Island Unit of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area is located right below the Buford Dam—the dam that blocks the natural flow of the Chattahoochee River and forms Lake Lanier—making it the northern most unit in the Recreation Area. The park is split into two halves by the river, forming a west and an east side. Access to the northern end is at the Lower Pool West Park.
Lower Pool West Park is accessed via Lower Pool Road. If you are traveling east from Cumming along Buford Dam Road, Lower Pool is the first road to the right just before you start crossing the dam.
Parking fee: there is a $8 fee (no cash, credit/debit card only). I believe the National Park Service pass / America the Beautiful Pass /CRNRA Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area
are acceptable as well.
We will meet at 8:45 AM the Lower Pool West Park next to the rest rooms.
Address: Any of these should work:
3600 Lower Pool Road, Cumming GA
34°09'29.5"N 84°04'40.4"W
3298 Buford Dam Rd, Cumming GA (Go down the Lower Pool Road until you see the restrooms)
34°09'46.3"N 84°04'37.2"W (Go down the Lower Pool Road until you see the restrooms)
DO NOT WORRY ABOUT "Little Mill Road · Cumming, us" on the map;, however PIN is correct.
NOTE: DO NOT GO TO THE PARKS TOWARDS THE LAKE! This park is BEHIND THE DAM!
Wear: hiking shoes or regular boots; moderate hike; hiking poles are useful.
Beginners and/or kids (with parent/s) are welcomed, provided you keep up with the pace and do not slow down the whole group.
Dogs are NOT allowed on this trail
Bring: water, snack
Please note:
- No smoking or vaping while you are with the group.
- There is no optional portion of the hike.
- No shortcuts please!
- We will walk at a pace of around 2.5 mph, please do not join if you cannot keep up.
- By attending this event you are agreeing to the Terms of Service outlined here:
https://help.meetup.com/hc/enus/articles/360027447252
For more info call Alex:770 856 5086