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Hike Trail

South River Trail (South)

3.0 (2 Ratings)
Good hills along this route, but hike with a partner and exercise situational awareness.
3.2
mi
Distance
77
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Fall ColorsRiver/CreekWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
Open from dawn to dusk.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
3.23mi
Distance
77ft
Elevation Gain
192ft
Elevation Loss
10%
Max Grade
822ft
High Point
689ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This section of this PATH system splits off of the Arabia Mountain Trail and tracks north over creeks, through dense forest, and culminates at MLK Jr. High School parking lot. Some good hills along this route. Plenty of wildlife to see year round. One note, the South River trail is okay up until it cuts through some nearby residential areas. I observed a lot of graffiti, food wrappers, and even a little blue (possibly drug) baggie. It's a shame because the rest of this trail and the connected PATH system are very nice and not sketchy at all. See more info on the Arabia Mtn/ Rockdale County trail system here: pathfoundation.org/trails/arabia-mountain/

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Clint Fowler