Amicalola Falls Loop via Len Foote Trail and Appalachian Approach Trail
10.5 mi
Distance
5 hrs 28 min
Time
terrain
829 ft
Elev Gain
Overview
This is a difficult loop trail to 12 in Amicalola Falls State Park.
This trail goes by Amicalola Falls, Appalachian National Scenic Trailhead, 0.9, 1.9, 3.1, 3.6, 4.3, 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 13, 14, 15, Springer Mountain 3.4 miles, Hike Inn 1 mile, Frosty Mountain, Amicalola Mountain, and Hike Inn 4.8 Miles, Spring Mnt 7.3 Miles.
Sights to See
Rate this Hike
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Did this route in a clockwise fashion last august. First day was filled with steep inclination, camp was set up around 4 miles in. Day two was easy with most of the trail being a gradual decline. The Inn was a welcome experience with a great overlook, friendly people, and hot coffee. The hike back to the falls was quick from there and included a couple of pretty outlooks.
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Decently solid hike nothing difficult for sure. Took me a touch over 3hrs to complete the loop. As far as downed trees I crossed literally one.. not sure what that other review was about. I would however definitely break out the mid sole or actual boots. Can’t tell you how many times I almost rolled an ankle in regular trail runners not being able to see the rocks with all the leafs.
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Public Tracks
Len Foote Hike Inn Loop Amicalola Falls
Counter-clockwise. I purposely slowed down after stopping for lunch at The Hike Inn, taking pictures and stopping to talk with A.T. hikers headed to Maine.
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