Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Hiking Review # 2: Laurel Ridge Trail

Over Memorial Day weekend we drove up to Lake Lanier and did the Laurel Ridge Trail. What a georgous day! The trail was pretty crowded due to the holiday weekend, but we had a great time.






Book Review: The Laurel Ridge Trail explores the bank of the Chattahoochee River, climbs low foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, and ventures into coves claimed by Lake Lanier. In the first half mile of the trail there are several long-distance view of Buford Dam and Lower Pool Park.



Length: 3.8 miles



Configuration: Loop



Difficulty: Moderate, although climb out of Chattahoochee River Valley is difficult.



Scenery: River views, lakeshore Buford Dam



Traffic: Moderate



Trail Surface: Packed dirt with cement paths in parks



Hiking Time: 2.5 hours





Our Review: Moderate hike with some hard spots. We would suggest going on a non-holiday weekend...could have done without picnic traffic. Has some great lunch and picture stops. Great weekend workout!





Enjoy the pics!





Down by the Dam


We found a dangerous wild animal!


Best Family Shot!


Snoozer!


So pretty!


Still napping!


We had lunch by the lake...with a sleeping baby in tow


Family shot by the lake


Mommy and CR2


Love to you all!
JP

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