Upcoming Hikes
| Date (Week of) | Hike Location (Last Date Hiked) | Hike Distance (Miles) | Difficulty | Total Climbing Elevation (Feet) | Type of Hike | Carpool Location | Driving Time from Carpool to Trailhead (Hrs:Mins) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9/01/2026 | Mud Creek Trail from GA 246 near Sky Valley, NC | 7.6 | Easy | 282 | Out & Back | Clayton, GA | 0:20 |
| 09/01/2026 | Tessentee Bottomland Preserve Loop Trail near Otto, NC | 1.8 | Easy | 111 | Loop | Clayton, GA | 0:25 |
| 09/22/2026 | Deep Creek & Indian Creek Loop Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park near Bryson City, NC (09/19/2023 | 7.0 | Moderate | 1,017 | Loop | Clayton, GA | 1:15 |
Note: The “Difficulty Level” shown is based on an
average 65–75-year-old hiker in good health and condition. Those younger hikers in good condition will
find these hikes easier than shown and those older hikers or those with some
health restrictions may find these hikes more difficult.