Len Foote Hike Inn, Mountain hut in Dawson County, United States.
The Len Foote Hike Inn is a mountain lodge with 20 guest rooms, a central lobby, dining hall, and bathhouse situated at 3,100 feet elevation within Chattahoochee National Forest. The facility sits on a mountainside surrounded by forest, accessible only on foot from the nearest trailhead.
The facility was founded in 1998 by the Georgia Department of Natural Resources and operates as a non-profit affiliated with the Georgia Appalachian Trail Club. It was created to provide overnight shelter for hikers exploring the region.
The lodge hosts group meals in a family-style setting where guests share food and conversation during breakfast and dinner, strengthening connections among visitors.
Access requires a five-mile hike from Amicalola Falls State Park, with check-in at the Visitor Center before 2 p.m. to ensure arrival before sunset. Bring sturdy hiking boots, water, and a flashlight for the trek through the forest.
The grounds feature a granite celestial calendar designed by Fernbank Science Center that aligns with sunrise during the spring and fall equinoxes. This astronomical installation marks those exact moments when day and night reach equal length.
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