Hickory Creek
8.6 mi
Distance
1,440 ft
Elev. Gain
3h 36m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Hickory Creek is a point-to-point trail in Chattahoochee National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Murray County, Georgia. It is 8.6 miles long and gains 1,440 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to horses and closed to bikes. The nearest town is Conasauga, Tennessee, 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 | 545 ft |
| High point | 1.7 mi | 710 ft |
| End | 13.5 mi | 573 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- Horses allowed
Bike and horse 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:
- Conasauga, TN · about 9 mi away
- County:
- Murray County, GA
- Jurisdiction:
- Chattahoochee National Forest · United States Forest Service
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