Sunday, May 17th
12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Oxbo Rd, Vickery Creek Unit
Chattahoochee River
National Recreation Area
Join the National Park Service for a scenic and enriching hike through one of the most ecologically diverse areas of the park. This moderately strenuous loop winds through oak-hickory ridge forest, lush mesic woodlands, and the ridge top trail perched above the dramatic slopes of the Vickery Creek Ravine.
Along the way, we’ll encounter towering native Umbrella Magnolias, delicate ferns, vibrant wildflowers, and hardy ridge-top plants that thrive in shallow soils and dry cliffside conditions. It’s a living classroom of Georgia’s native flora, offering a glimpse into how plant communities adapt to elevation, moisture, and terrain. Whether you're a seasoned hiker or a curious nature lover, this trail is a hidden gem worth discovering.
Location: Meet at the trailhead parking area in City of Roswell Park on Oxbow Road.
Facilities: None available at this site
Difficulty: Moderately strenuous with a few steep slopes
What to Bring:
- Comfortable hiking shoes
- Weather-appropriate layers
- Water
- Optional: binoculars, hand lens, notebook, camera
Note: Daily entrance fee or annual pass is needed.
A $5 daily parking pass or annual pass is required at all Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area park units. You can purchase a day pass at the trailhead or online: https://www.nps.gov/chat/planyourvisit/fees.htm
If you have any questions please email: amy.nicholas@chattahoocheeparks.org





