November 12, 2013
| Today’s hike started at Little Brook Campground in Unicoi State Park near Helen, GA. The hike took us 5 miles to beautiful Anna Ruby Falls (10 miles round trip).
HIKERS – Greta Driggers, Jim Driggers, Bill Hunt, Bob Magee, Dick Metzgar, Don Preece, Tony Presley, Gerald Richardson, Vic Robson, and Carole Wintle. TRAIL INFO. – A beautiful hike through rolling woodlands with great creeks and mountain views along with great viewing access for Anna Ruby Falls. The trail was in fair shape overall except for a few tree falls. The trail also has several rocky areas that require extra caution because of treacherous footing. Distance hiked – approximately 10 miles – difficulty – moderate due to elevation change and rocky areas. Directions: Just north of Helen, GA turn right onto Hwy 356 and drive past the lake and take the first left and drive a half mile or so and look for the Little Brook Campground sign. Another great day for a hike! Fair, windy and cood with temperatures ranging from 38-48 degrees F. FLOWERS IN BLOOM: Bushy Aster BIRDS IDENTIFIED: Crow, Nuthatch, Chipping Sparrow and Pileated Woodpecker. OTHER FAUNA: White-Tailed Deer
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 Trail-head parking at Little Brook Campground. |
 Information board at the trailhead.(for the mathmetically challenged) |
 Several tree obstructions along the way. |
 It is always good to clear any trail obstructions! |
 Approaching the Falls! |
 Crossing Smith Creek just below the falls. |
 Beautiful Anna Ruby Falls. |
 Nice information sign! |
 Smith Creek! |
 There is still some color in the woods. |
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 It takes us 2 1/2 hours. (we are not average) |
 The OFHC gang for today’s hike. (l-r) Tony Presley, Vic Robson, Gerald Richardson, Dick Metzgar, Bill Hunt, Don Preece, Greta Driggers, Jim Driggers, Carole Wintle and Bob Magee. |