The Georgia Appalachian Trail Club (GATC), in partnership with Amicalola Falls State Park, will be hosting A.T. Gateways, formerly known as the Appalachian Trail Kick Off (ATKO) March 5th - 7th, 2027

A complete schedule for the weekend is still under-development and details are subject to change.

An annual event that has been held the first weekend in March for over 20 years, the rebranded
A.T. Gateways will have something for everyone who loves the Appalachian Trail (A.T.)
whether you are an aspiring thru-hiker or just someone who enjoys being on the trail and
outdoors. Activities, programs and demonstrations will be held at both the Lodge and the new
Visitor Center.

Throughout the entire weekend from 8:00-5:00pm, GATC Trail Ambassadors will be presenting
“Start Smart” programs at the A.T. Basecamp, located in the Arch Room of the new Visitor
Center. Here is where one registers their 2027 thru-hike, gets the highly prized hang-tag, and
gets their photo at the iconic Arch.

Schedule of Events COMING SOON!