A few weeks ago CR and I found a book that we purchased a few years ago tucked away on a shelf in his office. The book is called "60 Hikes Within 60 Miles", and outlines hikes throughout Atlanta and its surrounding areas.
CR and I have always loved to hike, and when you are strapped for cash there is no better weekend activity. CR2 has really loved our family time outdoors! I really want to take him camping soon.
Ready to go!
Our first hike was the Allatoona Pass Trail:
Book Description: Climb to the tops of two mountains separated by a railroad pass to view the site of the last Civil War battle in the Atlanta area. Includes a long scenic lakeshore hike. The pass was built by slaves during the contruction of the Western and Atlantic Railroad.
Length: 3.1 miles
Difficulty: Moderate (we thought it was pretty easy)
Scenery: Allatoona lakeshore, with some excellent long-distance views, deep railroad cut.
Exposure: Full sun to partial shade at the lakeshore, shady near the cut
Traffic: Moderate
Trail Surface: Packed gravel, gravel road, hard dirt
Hiking Time: 2 hours (if you are a granny...took us about an hour)
Our Review: Rich in history with lots of informative signs. Nice for a picnic hike, we took full advantage of a little inlet by the lake. Beautiful scenery!
Lake View
Picnic Time
Hiking Makes CR2 Sleepy!
Hey Mom!
Sooo Pretty!
There will be plenty more reviews and pictures to come. Enjoy!
Love to you all!
JP
That's awesome! Kyle and I haven't heard of that hike, but it sounds great. Will put it on our list to do for sure!
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