Little River Canyon Ride...April 11, 2015

We took off, heading for Alabama, at 9 am, right on time. Wonder-of-wonders. Five of us (Steve D. and his brother-in law Jim, Richard, Larry and Bob S.) rode west on Ga 140 and Ga 27 hoping to meet Paul and his friend Mike in Gore Georgia, just shy of Summerville. Like clock work we converged at the Kangaroo station at the agreed-to 10:15. More wonders.

After passing through Summerville we headed up Ga 48 into Alabama and at Mentone turned south on Al 89, closing in on our first scenic stop- DeSoto Falls. Recent rains delivered a spectacular water show at the falls, much more so than on prior visits.

Leaving DeSoto Falls we passed through DeSoto State Park heading for Little River Canyon. But first, a stop for lunch at the best (and only) restaurant serving the immediate area- Ralph's. It has always been a good stop.

Then over the Little River to the eastern side of the canyon, to walk down to the viewing platform and a look at Little River Falls in all its glory.

From there we headed down Canyon Rim Parkway on the western side of the canyon, making a first stop at Mushroom Rock, which sits in the middle of the parkway. Then on to Canyon View Overlook. At that point we decided to head down from the rim and take off in the direction of Georgia. However we had to decide which road to take-the recommended route on Al 176, or the county road clearly marked as hazardous because of its steep grades, sharp turns an broken pavement. We chose the latter as it promised to be more fun. We were not disappointed.

Once down from the canyon rim we headed for Georgia, foregoing a rest stop in Cave Spring, instead opting for a straight run home.

It was a great day. Good weather, no incidents and fine fellowship.