Appalachian Trail
0.6 mi
Distance
131 ft
Elev. Gain
15m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Appalachian Trail is a point-to-point trail in Chattahoochee National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Union County, Georgia. It is 0.6 miles long and gains 131 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is closed to bikes. The nearest town is Helen, Georgia, about 6 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,082 ft |
| High point | 0.6 mi | 1,097 ft |
| End | 0.6 mi | 1,097 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
Bike access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Helen, GA · about 6 mi away
- County:
- Union County, GA
- Jurisdiction:
- Chattahoochee National Forest · United States Forest Service
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