Bear Creek
6.8 mi
Distance
860 ft
Elev. Gain
2h 42m
Est. Time
Loop
Route Type
Difficult
Difficulty
About This Trail
Bear Creek is a loop trail in Chattahoochee National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Gilmer County, Georgia. It is 6.8 miles long and gains 860 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes and closed to horses. The nearest town is Ellijay, Georgia, about 9 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 | 546 ft |
| High point | 4.2 mi | 745 ft |
| End | 6.8 mi | 546 ft |
Trail Details
- Bikes allowed
- No horses
Bike and horse access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Loop
- 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:
- Ellijay, GA · about 9 mi away
- County:
- Gilmer County, GA
- Jurisdiction:
- Chattahoochee National Forest · United States Forest Service
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