Marked by yellow blazes, a moderately difficult hiking trail that fords the river 38 times. Around mile 10.7 the trail begins a series of 5 crossings in the next 0.6 miles. If coming from Ellijay, GA it is better to take Hwy 52 west and cross Fort Mountain and take County Road 64(Conasauga Road) north which turns into FS18. 2) After 3.8 miles and 16 fords of the Conasauga River, follow signs to the right for the Panther Creek Trail. Please refer to the official trail map for the most current and accurate route. That said, it can be an absolutely amazing adventure for experienced hikers. Fords on this trail are best approached with a wet-feet philosophy: the river’s boulders are usually moss-covered and slippery, and it’s usually safest just to plunge right in. Length: 2.9 miles. Campsites scatter throughout Bray Field’s shady, relatively flat expanse, the former site of a homestead. All rights reserved. The Conasauga River Trail offers a variety of activity options from hiking, biking, and horseback-riding. [Fig. The forest is strikingly beautiful: wide-trunked trees dapple the forest floor in sunlight, and the forest is blanketed in vibrant green fern and moss. Found inside – Page 22Southern Region Conasauga River Snorkeling Trail , Cherokee National Forest , Tennessee Save that plane fare to Belize ! Bring your snorkel down to ... Multiple use trail – Hiking and equestrian. You will ford the Conasauga River 38 times end-to-end. He's the co-owner of Trailful Outdoor Co, a locally-owned hiking outfitter shop in Hiawassee in the Georgia mountains near the Appalachian Trail. Found inside – Page 50WILDeRNeSS BeGINNINGS The Conasauga River is born east of this paddle, ... than 40 miles of hiking trails, including the 13.0-mile Conasauga River Trail, ... The river cascades in a series of small, wispy white waterfalls just downstream. River crossings. Trish Appleton. We promise not to annoy you, but if you wish, you may unsubscribe at any time. Continue 2.9 miles until the three way intersection with FS68. Continue on Forest Road 17 up the mountain for another 3.3 miles to the T-intersection with Forest Road 68. The next 3.0 miles the trail will cross the Conasauga River 16 times. Turn left onto TN 313 (Ladd Springs Road, becomes Willis Springs Road). During high water, there isn't a more scenic waterfall in Georgia. Drive about 1.5 miles to the signed Conasuaga River Trail TH on the left. The return hike is steeply uphill after the final river ford at mile 12, but the forest’s incredible, lush beauty makes it well worth the workout. The Lower Conasauga River Trail is the second longest trail within the wilderness area, offering an intense adventure that should be reserved for more experienced hikers. It is easy to miss a turn and find yourself headed in the wrong direction. The trailhead is on Conasauga River Road (FS 64), just northeast of the road junction on Potato Patch Mountain. Please support them by making a donation or joining a volunteer day. Diving deep in the wilderness, this trail is far from roads or civilization. The vast wilderness is bisected by two rivers, the Conasauga River and Jacks River, which offer some of Georgia’s best hiking and backpacking adventures. That makes 76 total fords on an out-and-back, and there are no bridges! Tall grasses and wildflowers stretch toward sunlight on the river’s banks. Cisco, GA Access: From Eton, GA (one red-light town) go north on Hwy 411 for 8.8 miles and turn right onto Old GA Highway 2 at Cisco Baptist Church. Multiple use trail – Hiking and Equestrian. Found inside – Page 150FEATURED PLACE Jacks River Trail The confluence of the Jacks and Conasauga Rivers exhibits many facets of the floodplain and bottomland natural community. Let's work together to keep these fantastic trails maintained and open for use! Tearbritches, Conasauga, and Hickory Creek Trail all converge here around mile 5.4 which is called Bray Field. In the first 1.2 miles, the trail crosses Birch Creek numerous times before coming to a tree marked with a blue 2 that marks the first crossing of the Conasauga River at the exact convergence of its headwaters around mile 1.4. The trail continues its descent, meandering through the pebble-lined Birch Creek repeatedly. The Marble Mine Trail through the James H. “Sloppy” Floyd State Park is an … Find websites for other national forests in the Southern Region. The trail dives through a side stream at 3.5 miles before fording the river at crossings 10 and 11. Have Fun! It is the focal point of the western part of the wilderness with 4 trails that converge on it. Drive straight 0.4 miles over the railroad tracks and turn right onto Crandall-Ellijay Road. Once you find the Conasauga River, this trail is pretty easy to follow--the trick sometimes is finding where the trail exits the river after fording. From south to north they are Chestnut Lead, Panther Creek, Tearbritches, and Hickory Creek Trail. Conasauga River Trail: Located within Cherokee National Forest, the 4.6 mile Conasauga River Trail begins at the Conasauga River dispersed area and ends at Sheeds Creek Road (FS221).. To reach the Conasauga River Trail from the Ocoee Ranger Station turn right onto Highway 64 and travel 4.8 miles to Cookson Creek Road (CR2330) and turn left. Found inside – Page 4SYLCO Beach TO CONASAUGA Big Frog MIA OPIN Fork Fork East West BEECH JACKS Jacks River TRAIL River Beech CHOOTTOM TRAIL TRA BEND Murray Norsotho Bond Beech ... Found inside – Page 15The Little Frog Trail begins on US64 across the river from the Ocoee No. ... from US411 just N of the Conasauga River bridge to the Tumbling Creek Rec . And the river crossings can be difficult to spot. Chestnut Lead Trail junction has a nice campground next to the river with big boulders creating small waterfalls and some waterholes. This first crossing is easy being more creek than a river. Found inside – Page 9390 — Chestnut Creek Trail Location : Goes north from Forest Road 64 between the 64-68 junction and the Tearbritches Trail . North end is at the confluence of the Conasauga River and Chestnut Creek . Length : Two miles USGS Quad : Hemp ... Stay on FS68 for approximately 6.0 miles until the T-intersection of FS68/FS64 at Potatopatch Mountain and take a right. And before you go, always check the trailhead kiosk, official maps, and the park or ranger office for notices of changed routes, trail closures, safety information, and restrictions. Conasauga River Aquatic Species Project. Found inside – Page 270A Guide to the Classic Trails Steve Jones. RIDE 78 . Iron Mountain AT A GLANCE Length / configuration : A 12 ... RIDE 78 Iron Mountain Jacks River Conasauga River Trail Parking 270 SOUTHERN APPALACHIAN & SMOKY MOUNTAINS Iron Mountain. Efforts for the trail have begun within Whitfield County with hopes of working up and downstream from there. The trail fords the river east to west and after crossing it the trail begins ascending to the top of a small bluff giving a nice view of the river below. Found inside – Page 4-50Horse use will be prohibited on the following trails in the Cohutta Wilderness Area : - # 11 Conasauga River Trail # 12 Rough Ridge Trail ( northern portion ) ... The Conestoga Trail System (CTS) developed, maintained and protected by the Lancaster Hiking Club has its northern terminus at the old Lebanon Pumping station just off route 322. © 2021 Outdoor Project. Rejuvenate your soul in the raw beauty and wildness of this remote, pristine river valley. Found inside – Page 156The Tearbritches Trail (Forest Trail #9) starts just east of the campground. It crosses Bald Mountain then descends to Bray Field along the Conasauga River. to the north-western TH: Take GA 52 to US 411 in Chatsworth and take 411 north for approximately 13.4 miles to the community of Cisco. The hike reaches a campsite and a second Hickory Creek Trail intersection at Little Rough Creek at 6.6 miles, completing the trail’s southern half. This book profiles close-in urban and suburban locations that can satiate scenery-hungry residents and also offers routes of superlative beauty in the adjacent local, state, and national parks. All this adds up to a hiker's nirvana. Solitude. It is a 15-mile point-to-point trail with around 36 river crossings from Betty Gap to Bray Field and back. Drive .1 mile and then take an immediate left onto FS 630 (Mill Creek Road). © 2009 - 2020 Trailful Outdoor Co. // Made in the mountains of Hiawassee, Georgia. This is a 375-mile loop that starts at the GA/NC state line and travels through GA, NC, TN, Nantahala National Forest, and The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Most hikers start from the high elevation trailhead at Betty Gap which begins near the headwaters of the Conasauga River. The trail walked end to end requires 38 river crossings. Rated: Easy/Moderate. Drive 1.4 miles to the trailhead on your left. The trail is rated as moderate. Class I Natural River Area the entire segment of the Conasauga River in Polk county, upstream from the Hwy 411 bridge. Designated 1969. It is one of two scenic rivers located in the Cherokee National Forest in southeast Tennessee. The upper stretch is relatively clear and contains cool water species such as redeye bass. This map was created by a user. Starting at the 23rd ford the trail resumes paralleling the river and its pattern of frequent crossings. Cowpen Creek and Poplar Springs Branch merge to the northwest right before combining with Birch Creek to form the Conasauga River. Each of these trails has its own character to speak of. Beware: River crossings can become dangerous after heavy rains, especially as you make your way further down river--be prepared in case heavy overnight rainfall leaves you stranded. From this T-intersection continue straight on Forest Service Road 64 and it is 1.4 miles to the Conasauga River Trailhead at Betty Gap which is the high elevation trailhead. The CTS offers scenes of the many different land uses and natural terrain that exist in Lancaster County. From the Panther Creek Trail junction, the trail detours left away from the river for the first time. Hike with a buddy, tell someone where you’re going, and be prepared for the worst, including the possibility of spending an extra night (or a few!) Google Map to Old Hwy GA2 indicated by Cisco Baptist Church. A "Hike Summary" chart in the front of the book indicates trail length, water features, loop hikes, whether "best for fit dogs," and more. From here, the northern half of the Conasauga River Trail fords 20 additional river crossings to reach the northern trailhead. Drive another 1.4 miles and the short access road (FS 17B) is on the left. Please respect the outdoors by practicing Leave No Trace. On the other side of the river, the Panther Creek Trail dead ended into the Conasauga River Trail. Turn left onto Forest Road 68 and continue .4 miles and Tearbritches Trailhead is on the left and Little Bald Mountain Campground/Emery Creek Trail is on the right. 3) Cross the Conasauga for the 17th time and look for the Panther Creek Trail on the south side (hiker’s right) of Panther Creek. Total Distance from Hwy 52: 10.4 miles Have Fun! Found inside – Page 489... 192, 431 Oakfuskee Path, 92, 192 Oakfuskee Town, 193 Oakfuskee Trail, 92, ... 140, 440 Old Chattanooga Ford, Conasauga River, 357 Old Chattanoogee Road, ... Travel time from Chattanooga is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. The trail crosses the river for the final time right to left around mile 11.7 and begins its final 1.4-mile ascent to the west discovering the ridges again. Bray Field is a … This trail merger marks the 6.7-mile point of the Conasauga River Trail if hiking downstream. From this trailhead, it is a little less than 2 miles to where Hickory Creek Trail merges with the Conasauga River Trail. Around mile 9.7 the trail crosses the river for the 32nd time from east to west. Lace up your boots, grab this guide, and explore the great outdoors! Few hikers know this gem of a region as well as Johnny Molloy. Found inside – Page 4-9Conasauga River , Lower ( HUC # 0315010105 ) General Description - east central ... Hurricane Mountain , Pinhoti Trail , east slopes of Rocky Face Mountain ... Over all the Cohutta Wilderness contains some 80 miles of hiking trails with the Conasauga River Trail is the second longest at 13.1 miles. Tearbritches Trail is a 3.2 mile short climb then steep descent to Bray Field which is located at the 5.4 mile mark hiking downstream. Found inside – Page 80The Conasauga River Trail offers easy walking to river access points downstream from parking area . Snorkel in still , deep pools to view turtles , redeye bass , and sunfish ; or kneel in shallow riffles to see Alabama hogsuckers ... By now, it was 5.3 miles since the start of the hike. The road is paved for the first 1.8 miles turning into Forest Road 16 when it becomes gravel. Leashed dogs are allowed on this trail. Between these frequent crossings, the trail parallels the river virtually staying on top of it. The river habitat changes dramatically during this 62 miles run. 13.1 miles. Found inside – Page 64Panther Creek Trail : Panther Creek can only be accessed by hiking into the wilderness on one of the other trails . The shortest route is from the Crandall Access on FSR 17. From there , you'll follow the Conasauga River Trail to its ... Found inside – Page 493Proceed on FS 221 about 6.8 miles from US 411 to the Conasauga Trailhead on the ... CONASAUGA RIVER TRAIL ( FS TRAIL 61 , TI TRAIL 29 ) LENGTH : 4.6 miles ... The hike navigates through river crossing eight and passes a campsite before fording crossing nine. The Conasauga River Trail reaches a signed junction with the Chestnut Lead Trail at 1.95 miles, which leaves left, fords the river, and ascends up the Chestnut Creek valley past several small waterfalls to FS 64. Continue for 4.7 miles as the road climbs and winds until you reach the Conasauga River Trail Head (#61) parking lot. Chattooga River District 9975 Highway 441S Lakemont, GA 30552 Phone: 706-754-6221. Conasauga River and Lake Conasauga do indeed sparkle. Conasauga River Trail (13.1 miles) Marked by yellow blazes, this is a moderately difficult trail that crosses the river 38 times. The trail crosses Tearbritches Creek and passes an intersection with the Tearbritches Trail at 5.25 miles, reaching Bray Field. Campsites scatter throughout Bray Field’s shady, relatively flat expanse, the former site of a homestead. At 5.3 miles, the Hickory Creek Trail veers right, crossing the Conasauga River. The hike dips back down to the river banks, crossing at number 6. The Conasauga River Trail. Entering the wilderness from Betty Gap near the headwaters of the Conasauga River, the trail is definitely a challenging feat to accomplish. He’s also the co-founder of Atlanta Trails and Asheville Trails, digital magazines that highlight the South’s best outdoor adventures. Found inside – Page 72Sandia Crest Trail (North) ID: 53731 Ride the tram to the top of the crest. Then hike 12 miles and drop 4,000 feet on ... Conasauga River Trail ID: 55421 5. Turtles, frogs, salamanders and other aquatic life are also abundant in its fresh mountain waters. It is the focal point of the western part of the wilderness with 4 trails that converge on it. Conasauga District 3941 Highway 76 Chatsworth, GA 30705 Phone: 706-695-6736 . a 15 mile moderately trafficked point-to-point trail located near Crandall, Georgia that features a waterfall and is rated as difficult. From the nothwestern trailhead turn left back onto Forest Road 17 and drive 4 miles to the 4-intersection with Forest Road 630 and Forest Road 17. If the river is running high, we always opt for safety and find another trail in the area (like the Beech Bottom Trail to Jacks River Falls). Expect to get wet! It is slightly past the halfway point marking mile 6.7. Trailful Outdoor Co. and the Atlanta Trails logo are registered trademarks of Summit19 Studio LLC.Privacy Policy | Terms of Use No photo, illustration, data, or text on this website may be reproduced, published, or distributed without prior written permission and license. Free parking is available at the USFS trailhead at Betty Gap. Along the way, to the west, the bluffs appear to fall away as the trail descends to 1,400 feet in elevation. It is the only river in Tennessee that is not a part of the Mississippi River watershed. CONTACT US. Photos. The trail crosses Tearbritches Creek and passes an intersection with the Tearbritches Trail at 5.25 miles, reaching Bray Field. Beta for this Trail … The hike explores a rocky island mid-river at crossing 12 before trekking through a pine grove, plunging through crossings 13 and 14 at 4.25 miles. This 13-miler on the trail’s lower half plunges into the wilderness from Betty Gap, diving into a lush forest filled with abundant wildflowers and ferns. The Conasauga River teems with biodiversity. The trail walked end to end requires 38 river crossings. Found inside – Page 166... with 9 more on the Conasauga River EACH SITE: Picnic table, grill ASSIGNMENT: ... The Jacks River Trail (Forest Trail 13) follows an old railroad bed, ... Found inside – Page 11... NC: Plotts Balsam > Atlanta: Conasauga River Trail > Great Smoky Mountains NP: Clingmans Dome > Charleston: Palmetto Trail NORTHWEST > Glacier Peak: ... The Lower Conasauga River is that portion of the river running southward from the Tennessee/Georgia state line to the confluence with the Coosawattee River near Calhoun. Marble Mine Trail. Large Eastern hemlock trees are a feature of this trail, which is the roadbed of an old railroad. It’s a fun-filled, wet hike that’s perfect for Georgia’s warm summer season; with 18 river crossings, each way, we almost always get wet. Stay on the marked trail, tell someone where you're going, pack safety and wayfinding essentials, and don't rely on a mobile phone to find your way. Panther Creek Falls is 1.5 miles to the east on Panther Creek Trail. Conasauga River Trail from Betty Gap Hike the Conasauga River Trail’s southern half in the lush, remote Cohutta Wilderness in North Georgia. Found inside – Page 467As a bonus, this drive also leads you to the Cohutta's many trailheads. ... After 8.1 miles you'll reach the Conasauga River, with a trailhead for ... Continue straight eventually driving on gravel for 8.6 miles to the FS630-FS17 intersection. It is also recommended to take a map and compass--trails in the Cohutta Wilderness, while well maintained, are not marked. Outdoor Project may earn commission on products purchased through our links, which supports the work we do for our readers. VISIT OUR SHOP Always leave no trace, pack out everything you pack in, and if you see trash, pick it up and pack it out. Travel 6 miles, turn right on FS 64 at the three-way junction. Blue Ridge Trail – FS Trail 62. Eton, GA Access: From Eton, GA (one red-light town) at the red-light take CCC road heading east. From Bray Field, the Conasauga River Trail and Hickory Creek Trail share the same wide roadbed for the next 1.3 miles detouring from the Conasauga River before passing a huge spring on the right. The Conasauga River Trail crosses its namesake river for the 2nd time here below the campsite crossing east to west. The trail begins its next 20 crossings(19th crossing) by fording the river west to east at the lunch break point. Just remember the trail parallels the Conasauga River so at each crossing the trail is on the opposite side though it may take a moment to find it. We’ve loved hiking this route with our trail-loving Labrador Retrievers! The next fording which is the 20th is upriver from a pretty cascade. in the wilderness. In the midsection of the river the Chestnut Lead and Tearbritches trails both descend into the Conasauga’s valley from the west. The trail reaches the banks of the Conasauga River at 1.3 miles, making the first of 18 river crossings. Trailhead access is via gravel roads. (What is Wilderness, and why is it important? It is exactly 3 miles from the red-light in Eton,GA to Grassy Street. Turn right at Grassy Street which is located immediately before the Dollar General. Hickory Creek Trail to the west. Rated: Easy. All rights reserved. Found inside – Page 51the Conasauga and Jacks River Trails wear old tennis shoes and simply resign themselves to having wet feet . Bring dry shoes for camp . Camping is permitted anywhere except in the trails and at trailheads . The trick is to find a spot ... Crossing west to east the trail enters a 0.9-mile stretch that has substantial fire damage. Eric Champlin is a creative director and photographer who loves to explore southeast. Access via foot trail is located on Forest Service road (FS) 64 in Betty Gap. The 21st crossing, 3rd from the midpoint, presents a challenge to see where the trail begins again on the other side. a 5.8 mile out and back trail located near Old Fort, Tennessee that features a river and is It’s about building relationships with the outdoors and each other. Grassy Mountain, at 3,682 feet, is one of the higher mountains in the area, and the grassy Ball Field is nearby. This hike is usually easier after at least a week without rainfall, when the river is running low. Once on gravel it is approximately 10 miles until Potatopatch Mountain. After rainfall, these crossings can be extremely challenging so be careful where you cross. Bray Field is an old farmstead that nature has mostly reclaim but offers one of the few campgrounds next to the river where the sun is unobstructed. 411. The Conasauga River is the most westerly trout water on public land in Georgia. First we take a trail to the Conasauga River in the Chattahoochee National Forest (GA), which is about 2 miles in and out through a beautiful old growth forest. From its Betty Gap trailhead elevation of 3,094 feet, the footpath descends rapidly into the river valley. Event Location: Cohutta Wilderness. When it’s raining, either on the trail or nearby, the river’s depth can rise quickly, so we always avoid the trail if there’s even a chance of rain. It’s about more than standing on the mountain top. Our hike began with a road walk from the Chestnut Lead Trailhead parking area. We believe good things come from people spending time outside. Found inside – Page 98An overweight couple with backpacks stood at the Hickory Creek and Conasauga River trail intersection . " Where're you hiking from ? " I asked with interest . " The lower Conasauga River trail , " responded the man with a double chin . The Conasauga River is a river that runs through southeast Tennessee and northwest Georgia. Once the road becomes gravel travel 1.3 miles and the West Cowpen Check Station will be on your left along with the first forest road intersection. Turn right into the parking area. Found inside – Page 76Turn left and go 0.2 mile to the Conasauga River Trailhead. The parking area is on your left, and the trail is to the right of FR 17B. Then there is a way to hike in at approximately the halfway point from the Hickory Creek Trailhead at FS630. Where the blaze is not apparent or nonexistent it is evident where the trail begins the crossing, however, it may be moderately difficult to figure out where it continues after crossing. Found inside – Page 4CHE TWUT TO SYLCO TO CONASAUGA Beach Big Frog wth SPIN ork Fork East West ema SEECH JACKS C JACKS River River RIVER TRAIL CM . BOTTOM TRAIL TRAIL SEND ... Found inside – Page 133We would hike down the Chestnut Lead Trail to the Conasauga River, where we would turn north and head downriver along the Conasauga River Trail to Hickory ... The west side of the river has no fire damage. The river in southern Tennessee and northern Georgia is known for its exceptional mussel, snail, crayfish and fish biodiversity. I Hike Georgia, Blank Lined Journal. 6"X9" 120 blank lined pages in this journal that's so much more than a notebook. Tearbritches is primarily a ridge trail starting on top of Grassy Mountain. Take a right onto Forest Road 17 going toward Murray Lake. Found inside – Page 4-9Conasauga River , Lower ( HUC # 0315010105 ) General Description - east central ... Hurricane Mountain , Pinhoti Trail , east slopes of Rocky Face Mountain ... 1) Follow the Chestnut Lead Trail for 2.1 miles then turn left onto the Conasauga River Trail. It covers 33 paved roads, 5 USFS Forest Service r… Waterfalls in Georgia: our favorite hikes, Atlanta’s best hiking trails – our top 10 favorite hikes, North Georgia hiking trails – our top 10 favorite hikes, Seven Georgia waterfall hikes, two miles or less, Georgia Appalachian Trail: great Georgia hikes under 6 miles, Appalachian Trail: Dicks Creek Gap to Bly Gap, NC, Cumberland Island camping, hiking, and backpacking guide, Lake Conasauga: Grassy Mountain Tower Trail, Slaughter Mountain and Lake Winfield Scott Loop, Hike these 10 great Georgia hikes to Georgia’s best views, Unicoi Gap to Rocky Mountain on the Appalachian Trail, Tray Mountain: Appalachian Trail from Indian Grave Gap, Sope Creek Trail: hiking the mill ruins and pond loop, Our favorite spots to hang an ENO hammock, northern half of the Conasauga River Trail. Found inside – Page 31TREK THE SOUTH'S COOLEST RIVER TRAIL. The Conasauga River serves up a succession of cascading rapids, miniature falls, and trout pools, and the 13.1-mile ... Found inside – Page 28The Conasauga River has a reputation as Georgia's cleanest, clearest waterway. Chestnut Lead Trail (FT 11) drops into the lower Conasauga in 1.8 miles. Drive 1.1 miles and the trailhead for Emery Creek is on the left at Holly Creek. This section of the Conasauga River and beyond is beautiful with big boulders throughout the river and this geographic feature distinguishes it from the Jacks River. Have updates, photos, alerts, or just want to leave a comment? Found inside – Page 216It offers more than 40 miles of hiking trails for the wilderness adventurer, including the 13.0-mile Conasauga River Trail, which follows the uppermost ... If turning right onto the Conasuaga River Trail, it would go down the river towards Jacks River and Beech Bottoms. Turn left and drive .2 miles to the northwestern Conasauga River Trailhead. River crossings. Bisected by two rivers, the Conasauga River and Jacks River, the Cohutta Wilderness is home to over 70 species of fish including bass, bream and drum. Unmarked trails. Hickory Creek Trail continues to the east crossing the Conasauga River and for another 6.5 miles winds its way back up to the northeast to its terminus at FS51. Drive 6.0 miles until the road turns into gravel and Forest Service Road 18. At this important trail intersection in the western part of the Cohutta Wilderness and former farmstead the Tearbritrches, Hickory Creek, and Conasauga River Trail converge 0.4 miles downstream from Panther Creek Trail. The wilderness is lush, green, remote, and strikingly beautiful, filled with towering trees, crystal-clear rivers and a staggering diversity of wildlife and plant life. Length: 4.6 miles. The trail returns to the river’s banks at 6 miles, rising high on the river’s southern banks to catch views of waterfalls as the river cascades over large boulders. Travel 4 miles until the pavement ends, then bear right on gravel Forest Service Road 221 (Pea Vine/SheedsCreek Rd.). Temporary (Condition Report, Upcoming Event, etc) self-destructs in 90 days. Motorized use and mountain bikes are prohibited. Depending on your perspective, this remote hike can be amazing – or if you’re lost or injured, downright scary. From south to north they are Chestnut Lead, Panther Creek, Tearbritches, and Hickory Creek Trail. If continued upstream then Hickory Creek Trail shares the same pathway with the Conasauga River Trail for 1.3 miles arriving at Bray Field. At the top of the mountain is the 3-way intersection of Potatopatch Mountain.Take a right onto FS64 and it is 1.4 miles to the trailhead. 12 miles The Conasauga River Trail is the second longest trail in the Cohutta Wilderness at 13.1 miles. All photos are copyright Eric Champlin or Summit19 Studio LLC. We started at the trailhead off of 17-B and exited on the Hickory Creek trail. Found inside – Page 28moderate Chestnut Lead Trail descends to Conasauga River and intersects with the Conasauga River Trail. The 13.1-mile, moderate Conasauga River Trail begins ... Open full screen to view more. From the Betty Gap trailhead, the trail follows and crosses Birch Creek until it convergences with Cowpen Creek at the headwaters of the Conasauga River. This is the only instance that two wilderness trails share the same pathway. Conasauga River. It’s a wet, river-filled adventure in Georgia’s remote, beautiful Cohutta Wilderness. 14(14)] 13.1 miles. The trail climbs elevation, rising high above the river’s banks on a tight, singletrack stretch of trail. On this challenging overnight backpack trip you will ford crisp, clear rivers and streams as you follow the Conasauga River deep into the Cohutta Wilderness. Distance being equal this is the easier route due to more paved road. 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