OPALs Hike @ Red Top Mountain - May 2013 

In celebration of Older Americans Month (May), OPALs has scheduled an exclusive hike at Red Top Mountain. It is a time for us to meet and greet, and enjoy the Great American Outdoors!  Plus, as a BONUS, we will be taped for a segment on the AIBTV.com, and you may be interviewed. (See below for info about AIB-TV)

The namesake of the park, Red Top Mountain, is in the northwestern section of the park.  The high iron ore content of the soil on the mountain and in the surrounding area is the reason for the Red Top name.  Mining iron ore was once an important activity on Red Top Mountain and in the local area.

The Sweetgum Lodge Loop Trail begins at the front porch of the park Visitor Center, turns north for one mile, crosses Lodge Road and then makes a 3.5 mile loop through some of the most beautiful areas of the park.

The loop portion of the trail follows the lake shore for approximately half its length.  Completion of the loop leads back to the same one mile route to the Visitors Center.

As always, wear comfortable (not new) sturdy shoes, and layered clothing.  Bring plenty of water, snacks and your lunch.  We will stop about midway and have lunch on the trail.

The trail head is less than an hour drive from Atlanta.  We carpool, so please be prepared to donate $7 - $10 to the driver for gas and parking.  There is a $5 fee for parking unless you go to your local library and check-out a 'State Park Parking Pass, for free parking.

Please be honest with yourself and your ability to hike this trail.  We want it to be enjoyable for everyone.  As usual, Paulette our 'Sweep' will be the last person in the rear, to ensure our motto, 'We are as fast as the slowest person,' we do not rush nor push you.

Any questions, please feel free to contact me at 678.231.4973, or by email through this meetup website.

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