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Bamboo Forest via East Palisades Loop in Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

The Bamboo Forest via East Palisades Loop offers a unique hiking experience that brings you close to nature while being conveniently located near Atlanta. Hikers can enjoy views of the Chattahoochee River, traverse through a small but enchanting bamboo forest, and explore sections with striking rock outcroppings along the river's edge. The route also features scenic overlooks, where the surrounding landscape and wildlife make for peaceful pauses during the hike. #Hiking #Loop #River #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 4.1 mi
  • Elevation gain: 188 m
  • Maximum elevation: 310 m
  • Elevation loss: 185 m
  • Minimum elevation: 233 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 46 m
  • Moving speed: 2.3 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.9 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 2 m
  • Global speed: 2.0 mph

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  • Distance: 4.1 mi
  • Elevation gain: 188 m
  • Maximum elevation: 310 m
  • Elevation loss: 185 m
  • Minimum elevation: 233 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 46 m
  • Moving speed: 2.3 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.9 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 2 m
  • Global speed: 2.0 mph

About this trail

Name: Bamboo Forest via East Palisades Loop in Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: East Palisades, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30339, United States (33.87841 -84.44198)

End: East Palisades- Whitewater Creek, Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia, 30327, United States (33.87795 -84.44117)

Coordinates: 33.87778 -84.44304 33.89382 -84.43496

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East Palisades and Bamboo Forest Loop Trail

United States > Georgia > Fulton County > Atlanta

The East Palisades and Bamboo Forest Loop Trail in the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area offers hikers a scenic journey through diverse landscapes. As you traverse the trail, you'll encounter the towering bamboo forest—a unique and unexpected feature in Georgia—that creates a serene atmosphere…

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 205 m • Maximum elevation: 310 m

East Palisades and Bamboo Forest Loop

United States > Georgia > Fulton County > Atlanta

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area #Hiking #Loop #Forest #River

Distance: 4.4 mi • Elevation gain: 203 m • Maximum elevation: 310 m

Atlanta, Lilburn, Yellow River Park, Panola, Jonesboro

United States > Georgia > Fayette County > Peachtree City > Stop

Distance: 208.1 mi • Elevation gain: 4,058 m • Maximum elevation: 338 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

📚UK Hiking Guidebooks - Detailed route descriptions for the Lake District, Peaks, and Highlands
🥤Hydration Bladders - Hands-free hydration systems for backpacks
🧗Locking Carabiners - Secure gear to your pack or for light technical use
🔦LED Camping Lanterns - Illumination for reading maps inside your tent at night
👟Women's Trail Running Shoes - Agile footwear for fell running and technical trails

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