Are dogs allowed on Pinhoti Trail?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Pinhoti Trail but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Pinhoti Trail?

No, Pinhoti Trail does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Pinhoti Trail?

Pinhoti Trail is rated difficult. It is 338.1 miles long with 11,529 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

Is Pinhoti Trail suitable for kids?

Yes, Pinhoti Trail is considered kid-friendly. As always with children, bring water and snacks, pace yourself, and watch for weather changes and wildlife.

National Recreation TrailPNRT

Pinhoti Trail

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Route markers2
Water & camping52

Length: 338.1 mi
Thru-hike: —
Elev. gain: —
States: 2

About the route

A roughly 335-mile National Recreation Trail through the southern Appalachian highlands of eastern Alabama and northwestern Georgia, running from Flagg Mountain - Alabama's southernmost 1,000+ foot peak - north to the Benton MacKaye Trail. About 171 miles lie in Alabama and 164 miles in Georgia.

Termini

Terminus A

Flagg Mountain, near Weogufka, AL

32.9781, -86.3547

Terminus B

Junction with Benton MacKaye Trail, near Blue Ridge, GA

Coordinates not yet verified

Verified waypoints

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Route markers2

Talladega National Forest · Trailhead
Park visitor area on or near the route.
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Flagg Mountain (Southern Terminus) · Trailhead
Southern terminus at Flagg Mountain, AL.
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Water & camping52

Rocky Mountain Recreation and Public Fishing Area · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Pinhoti Campground North of Talladega Scenic Drive 2 · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Small Skyway Loop Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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John's Mountain · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Pinhoti Backcountry Campground near Odum Trail · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Skyway Loop Trail Turn Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Parksland Retreat · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Turnipseed Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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James H. "Sloppy" Floyd State Park · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Group Campground near Blue Mountain Shelter · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Skyway Loop Backcountry Site Near Chinnabee · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Weogufka State Forest Campsite 2 · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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SongBird Trail Camp (Cohutta WMA) · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Pocket · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Cave Creek Trail Backcountry Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Lake Conasauga Overflow · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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411 River Rest Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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McDill Point Backcountry Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Talladega National Forest Lake Chinnabee Recreation Area · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Jacks River Fields Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Big Oak Gap Hunter Camp · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Hickory Creek and Conasauga River Intersection Backcountry Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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River Ranch at Summerville, GA - 1.5 hours from Atlanta, GA · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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The Land of Bohamia · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Fort Mountain State Park · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Pinhoti Backpacking Site near McDill · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Jasmin Oasis · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Chinnabee Silent Trail Backcountry Site 1 · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Cheaha State Park · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Weogufka State Forest Flagg Mtn · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Ball Field Dispersed Camping Area · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Warden Station Horse Camp · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Pinhoti and Skyway Loop Intersection Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Scenic Drive RV Park and Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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McDill Point Intersection · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Pinhoti Campground after passing McDill Point · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Lake Conasauga · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Skyways Loop Campground with view · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Pinhoti Trail Backcountry Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Chinnabee Silent Trail Backcountry Site 3 · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Weogufka State Forest Backcountry Site 1 · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Chinnabee Silent Trail Backcountry Site 4 · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Coosa River Campground Rome-Floyd County Park and Nature Center · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Cheaha Falls Private Backcountry Campsite · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Sky Mtwy Dispersed · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Lock and Dam / Coosa River County Park · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Chief Ladiga Trail Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Skyway Loop Hidden Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Conasauga River Campground · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Park Hollow · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Coleman Lake Rec Area · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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Chinnabee Silent Trail Backcountry Site 5 · Campsite
Verified campground near the route.
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What we don't yet have

We deliberately do not display water sources, resupply towns, shuttle services, or trail-side businesses on this page. Those change every season and an out-of-date pin can be a safety issue, especially on the high-desert and alpine sections of long trails. Use the trail association's published guide, FarOut, or Guthook for that level of detail; verify with rangers before relying on any cached source.

Official sources

Last verified by us: 2026-05-16

Outdoors is not the permitting authority. Reconfirm alerts, permits, and closures with the agency before you go.

States traversed

ALGA