Providence Canyon Backpacking Adventure

Name: Providence Canyon Backpacking Adventure
Start: 2025-08-16T08:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-08-17T16:00:00-04:00
Location: Providence Canyon State Park

Hosted By

Wade I.

Details

## Overview

Providence Canyon, known as Georgia's "Little Grand Canyon," features massive 150ft gullies with brilliant colors of pink, orange, red, and purple that very Instagram-worthy. This 1-night/2-day trip starts on the rim of the canyon, where we will hike about 2-3 miles along the backcountry trail loop to our campsite over relatively flat terrain. After setting up camp we will continue hiking the backcountry trail along the edges of the canyon which will allow some great photo opportunities. We will then have the option to explore the bottom of the canyon on Saturday if time permits or wait until Sunday on the hike out of camp.
In addition to learning the fundamentals of backpacking and discovering the beauty of the wilderness, you will learn basic survival skills and commune this your fellow campers around a warm campfire, allowing you to disconnect and recharge.

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## Trip Details

Day 1 – Hiking distance: 2.5 miles to campsite; an additional 2-4 miles exploring the canyon.
Day 2 – Hiking distance: 2.5 miles to car.
Total hiking distance: 10-12 miles (depending on exploration)
Driving time from Atlanta to trailhead: 2hr 15min
Maximum reservations available: 10 backpackers
Minimum required for trip: 4 backpackers (If the minimum is not met, you will be contacted 1 week before the trip to discuss options.)
Difficulty: (Easy/moderate) This is a beginner to intermediate level backpacking trip with some modest ascents, descents, over well-maintained trails. You will be expected to carry your own backpacking gear (between 25-30 pounds) for 1-1.5 hours each day as we hike to our campsite and out. Hiking boots or sturdy trail shoes are recommended.

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## What's Included

Backpacking gear: Backpack, tent (one-person or two-person), sleeping bag, sleeping pad, camp chair, cooking kit, water filtration, water bladder (as needed), first aid kit
In-person pre-hike meet-up: Introductions, what to expect, food options and preparation, gear use, gear distribution and packing
Backcountry camping permits and fees
Backpacking instruction: Packing your backpack, maintaining healthy feet, navigation/mapping, water purification, food preparation and storage, and leave-no-trace principles
Wilderness instruction: Fire starting, water purification, animal encounters, strategic planning, strategic thinking, and first aid
Experienced guides: Guides have years of backpacking experience, throughout the USA and abroad, and are trained in wilderness first aid and CPR.

## What's Not Included