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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: 617 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 1,017 ft
  • Elevation loss: 607 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 764 ft
  • 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: 617 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 1,017 ft
  • Elevation loss: 607 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 764 ft
  • 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

Topography: Atlanta topographic map, elevation, terrain

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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: 673 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,017 ft

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: 666 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,017 ft

Atlanta, Lilburn, Yellow River Park, Panola, Jonesboro

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

Distance: 208.1 mi • Elevation gain: 13,314 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,109 ft

Gear up for your next adventure:

🌄Hiking Binoculars - Compact binoculars for scenic views and trail spotting
⛑️Personal Locator Beacon - Safety beacon for emergencies
🔦Powerful Headlamps - Ultra-bright hands-free lighting for night navigation
🪶Fire Starter Kit - Reliable fire starter for survival and camping
🕶️Glacier Sunglasses - Side shields to protect eyes from high-altitude snow glare

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