Chatsworth, Georgia
Top Spots in and near Chatsworth
-
Chatsworth, Georgia
Hike the West Overlook Trail and CCC Stone Tower Trail Loop
4.71 mi / 200 ft gainFort Mountain State Park is filled with horse trails, biking trails, walking trails, camping sites, and a lake. Once you arrive at the park you pay a $5 entrance fee and will receive a park map. While visiting I walked the West Overlook Trail and came back down the CCC Tower Trail. This is a 1 mi...Read more -
Chatsworth, Georgia
Hike the Gahuti Trail
4.08.1 mi / 1223 ft gainFort Mountain rises prominently from the plateau to the West, serving as the start of the Blue Ridge Mountain range in Georgia. The Gahuti Backcountry Trail circumnavigates the mountain, with several overlooks with views in all directions. At 8.1 miles, this hike is moderately difficult, but can...Read more -
Chatsworth, Georgia
Emery Creek Falls
5.05.9 mi / 833 ft gainThe hike to the five waterfalls on the Emery Creek trail is one of the most spectacular hikes in Georgia. This trail is moderate in climb, yet secluded in the Cohutta Wilderness and challenging enough to keep crowds away. Two things to note about this trail: it is wet (there are 20 creek crossing...Read more -
Ellijay, Georgia
Hike the Tumbling Waters Trail
5.01.3 mi / 160 ft gainJust North of Carters Lake lies one of its tributaries, Tails Creek. The Tumbling Waters Trail follows along a scenic stretch of this creek as it cascades its way towards the lake. This trail is moderately trafficked and considered a local favorite. The Tumbling Waters trailhead also contains a...Read more -
Ellijay, Georgia
Mountain Biking Bear Creek
Bear Creek is a southern favorite amongst the mountain biking community. There are many variations and add-ons to make this ride more challenging, but the classic up and back from the parking lot at the base of Bear Creek is one of the most rewarding and adrenaline pumping runs you will find in ...Read more -
Copperhill, Tennessee
Hike the Beech Bottom Trail to Jacks River Falls
5.09 mi / 315 ft gainJacks River Falls is one of Georgia's most impressive waterfalls. Containing several cascades that combine to an 80 foot waterfall, this destination provides spectacular views and refreshing pools to take a dip in. You can approach the falls from either Jacks River Falls trail or the Beech Bott...Read more -
LaFayette, Georgia
Hike to Keown Falls
1.8 mi / 450 ft gainKeown Falls Trail is a moderate loop perfect for a Spring day (especially after those April showers). The trailhead is located in the Keown Falls picnic area which is very spacious spotted with several picnic tables. This would be a great place for a family gathering and is spacious enough that ...Read more -
Ocoee, Tennessee
Whitewater Raft the Middle Ocoee River
5.0The middle Ocoee River offers Class III and Class IV rapids through the southern Appalachian Mountains. Those with their own vessels can put into the river just below the Ocoee #2 TVA Dam. For those who do not have a vessel, there are numerous river guide companies who offer guided adventures. Th...Read more -
Benton, Tennessee
Watch the Sunset from Sugarloaf Overlook
The overlook is easily accessible from a parking circle located off Oswald Road. Follow U.S. Highway from Ocoee, Tennessee for 8 miles then turn left onto Oswald Road. Follow Oswald Road for 2.5 miles until you encounter the overlook on your left. The overlook will be clearly marked with signage....Read more -
Benton, Tennessee
Take in the View at Chilhowee Overlook
5.0Catch the sunset, bring friends and a picnic, or gaze at the stars from this classic Tennessee overlook! To reach Chilhowee Overlook, follow U.S. Highway from Ocoee, Tennessee for 8 miles then turn left onto Oswald Road. Follow Oswald Road for 3.75 miles until you encounter the overlook on your r...Read more -
Turtletown, Tennessee
Mountain Bike the Brush Creek Trail (Tanasi Trail System)
14 mi / 709 ft gainBrush Creek Trail belongs to the popular Tanasi Trail System in Ocoee, Tennessee. The Brush Creek Trail Trailhead is found at Boyd's Gap Overlook off US Highway 64 two miles South from the Ocoee Whitewater Center. From the parking circle, locate a gate towards the left side of the overlook. There...Read more -
Reliance, Tennessee
Rainbow Falls, Cherokee National Forest
4.83.37 mi / 531 ft gainStarting at the parking lot, head up the trail (Clemmer #302/Scenic Spur #78) and it should say "1.7 miles to waterfalls". At the top of the hill in approximately 0.1 miles, veer to the right on trail #78. Continue for another 0.6 miles trail - #86 cuts across but continue straight on #78. From t...Read more -
Reliance, Tennessee
Hike the Scenic Spur Trail
5.03.9 mi / 426 ft gainVery little elevation gain leads to an easy hike along a river right outside of the Ocoee river region. First .7 miles is very flat, then leads to some slight elevation gain but nothing too serious. This trail traverses through the lush forest for a short distance when you come across a small cre...Read more -
Copperhill, Tennessee
Explore Ocoee Whitewater Center
This location showcases the Ocoee river and the area used in the 1996 Olympics. This area is beautiful and has some amazing views. The drive to the whitewater center is called the Ocoee Scenic Byway and is the first national forest byway. The drive is gorgeous and features some amazing mountain v...Read more -
Benton, Tennessee
Hike to Benton Falls
5.03.2 mi / 318 ft gainStart this hike from the parking lot of the Chilhowee Day Use Area (here you must remember to bring $3 cash to pay the day use fee). To begin, walk along the path to the left of the facilities until you come to the trailhead. Start here continuing along the left-side of the lake. After passing t...Read more -
Blue Ridge, Georgia
Long Branch Loop Trail
5.02.33 mi / 299 ft gainLong Branch Loop Trail is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Blue Ridge, Georgia.Read more
Top Activities
Camping and Lodging in Chatsworth
Chatsworth, Georgia
Rereg Dam Day Use Area Shelter
Overview
Reregulation Dam Day Use Area is actually two day use areas situated on the North and South Sides of the Coosawattee River. Bot...
Chatsworth, Georgia
Northbank Day Use Area Shelter
Overview
Northbank Day Use Area is located in the North Georgia Mountains about 70 miles north of Atlanta on Carters Lake. The sparkling ...
Ellijay, Georgia
Woodring Day Use Area Shelter
Overview
Woodring Day Use Area is located in the North Georgia Mountains about 70 miles north of Atlanta on Carters Lake. The sparkling ...
Ellijay, Georgia
Damsite Day Use Area Shelter
Overview
Damsite Day Use Area is located on Carters Lake in the North Georgia Mountains about 70 miles north of Atlanta. The sparkling w...
Ellijay, Georgia
Doll Mt. Campground
Overview
Doll Mountain Campground is located in the North Georgia Mountains on beautiful Carters Lake, Which is just a short 70 miles ...
Ellijay, Georgia
Woodring Campground
Overview
Woodring Branch Campground is located in the North Georgia Mountains on the beautiful Carters Lake Project, which is just a s...