Shope Gap
0.6 mi
Distance
36 ft
Elev. Gain
14m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Shope Gap 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 36 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is closed to bikes and horses. The nearest town is Blairsville, 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 | 910 ft |
| End | 0.6 mi | 858 ft |
Trail Details
- No bikes
- 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
- 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:
- Blairsville, GA · about 9 mi away
- County:
- Union County, GA
- Jurisdiction:
- Chattahoochee National Forest · United States Forest Service
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