The Cherokee Trail trailhead
A view as we head down off of the mountain.
Hikers head down the rock.
There were 5 new AOC members on the hike.
An inviting woodland trail.
The first of three lakes we pass.
Small wooden bridge.
We spooked a blue heron...
A view of the south face of Stone Mountain.
Hikers take a break at our first snack stop.
Back on the trail.
First snack spot part II
White blazes on the trees mark the trail.
The mighty Stone Mountain reflected in the lake.
Making our way around the lake.
A couple of kayakers paddle by.
The trail along the edge of the lake.
We'll be there in a minute.
Smooth rock trail.
The old covered bridge
A great group of hikers!
A pretty orange canoe
Almost at...
the old gristmill.
Lunch break conversation.
A shady spot for lunch.
The boardwalk leading to the quarry exhibit.
boardwalk part II
Hikers enjoying the quarry exhibit.
Pictures tell the story of the quarry industry at Stone Mountain over the years.
Very interesting...
A 66,000 pound block of granite.
The water wheel at the old gristmill.
We had a beautiful day.
Easy walking
A deer that was not too concerned by our presence.
The deer continued to eat while we watched.
One final look
Getting near the end.
And we saw a blue eyed bear too!
