

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Echo: Trailblazer Hike to the beautiful Smithgall Woods!
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Event Description**: Ready to trade traffic noise for waterfalls?

March’s Trailblazer Hike is taking us to the breathtaking 5,844-acre protected wilderness of Smithgall Woods near Helen — where old-growth forests tower overhead and crystal-clear mountain trout streams wind through the valleys.

We’ll cross a charming covered bridge, follow a mostly paved scenic trail, and chase down not one… but TWO stunning waterfalls. But don’t let the paved path fool you…The distance makes this a true Trailblazer experience — built for those who want a challenge, fresh mountain air, and the kind of views that make you stop and say, “Wow! Our God is great!”

So, if you’re ready to stretch your legs, strengthen friendships, and experience some of God’s amazing scenery…This hike is calling your name.

This will be an easier trailblazer hike with a difficulty level of D2+/D3 with a distance of 7 miles.
For your sake and the sake of the group, please do not assume beyond your ability.
D1 Easy (beginner hikers) mostly flat
D2 Easy to moderate (regular hikers) some hills
D3 Moderate (a cardio workout) mountainous
D4 Moderate to strenuous (challenging workout) Steep grades/agility
D5 Strenuous (serious physical challenge) Very steep and far

TIME: 10am – 1:30pm
DATE: March 14th 2026
ADDRESS: Meet &amp; Greet at Ingles in Cleveland – 55 Helen Hwy Cleveland, GA 30528 (meet in the outer parking lot between Dairy Queen and the gas-pumps. Look for a white Chevy Avalanche).
PARKING: The parking fee at Smithgall Woods is $10/car, so we are meeting at Ingles in order to carpool to Smithgall Woods. Please bring some cash for your driver to help share the cost.

WHAT TO BRING: Small Day Pack to carry your gear- rain jacket, camera, water, snacks, etc.
Optional Things to Bring: Bible, Hiking Poles, First-Aid Kit.
No children or animals please.

Lunch around 1:30pm will be at El Campesino – 17 Campbell St. Cleveland, GA 30528.

KEEP IN MIND: There are always dangerous and unforeseen elements when out in nature: Cliffs, water hazards, weather, animals, insects, reptiles, falling limbs or rocks, Poison Ivy, Oak, Sumac, etc. Trails may be un-maintained, slippery, rocky, icy and have steep embankments. Shoes and clothing may get muddy or wet. The woods are your bathroom.

WAIVER: By attending, each person assumes all responsibility and liability for themselves and their actions and hereby releases Echo Ministries, its employees, directors, officers, agents, and volunteers from any and all liability resulting from any loss, injury, illness, damages, or death, while attending, participating or volunteering in this event. Make sure that anyone you invite receives this information and understands and agrees to all aspects of it, otherwise you’re responsible for them.

MORE INFO: Greg Ford at 770-316-9200 or gregford@echoministries.com
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cleveland/echo-trailblazer-hike-to-the-beautiful-smithgall-woods/200029697418728
- **Event Categories**: trips-adventures, contests, meetups, trekking, meet-and-greet, volunteering
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 50

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029697418728?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=cleveland-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Cleveland
- **state**: GA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Ingles
- **lat**: 34.603195836389
- **long**: -83.765009294852
- **full address**: Ingles, 55 GA-75, Cleveland, GA 30528-1092, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 14 Mar, 2026 at 10:00 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Ingles, 55 GA-75, Cleveland, GA 30528-1092, United States
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** trips-adventures, contests, meetups, trekking, meet-and-greet, volunteering
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Echo: Trailblazer Hike to the beautiful Smithgall Woods! ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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