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IMPORTANT: This hike starts at the Burnt Hickory parking lot and is a strenuous, moderately fast-paced hike (2 to 3 mph = 20 to 30 minute/mile) with 1800+ foot elevation gain and some amount of rock scrambling. So, if you have mobility issues, are recovering from injury, or prefer a slow pace, please sit this one out! Please note: You must have recent D3+ experience to sign up. Why hike at 06:30? It's cool, less crowded, get your workout in before breakfast, and best of all, catch a sunrise. Win-win-win-win! So, after meet and greet at the Burnt Hickory parking lot, we'll hike up Pigeon Hill, then up Little Kennesaw to the summit of Big Kennesaw, down to the Visitor Center for a 10-minute water/potty break, and finally retrace our steps back up Big/Little Kennesaw Mountain and back to the Burnt Hickory parking lot. The good news is that on this hike, you may go at your own (fast) pace; the bad news is that you must finish this hike within 3 hours to earn your credit. I intend to hike at a moderate pace and stop for three water breaks (Big Kennesaw, Visitor Center, and Big Kennesaw) before returning to the Burnt Hickory parking lot. Please plan to arrive 10 minutes early to allow time for parking, introductions, and the usual safety spiel.
PRACTICAL
TIMES6:30 AM
AGEall-ages
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