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country run or a quiet evening stroll. On the Logan Turnpike Trail
The entire area is also packed with (4.1 miles, moderate), you’ll venture
scenic hiking options, and trails that through the Raven Cliffs Wilderness RECREATION
feature waterfalls, incredible vistas, once traveled and written about by
swinging bridges, creeks, historic nov- John Muir. You’ll be rewarded with
elties, rock-outcroppings, and exqui- amazing views at the top of Preacher’s
site flora and fauna. Rock (1.9 miles, moderate). With easy
The most famous trail in the area, parking, the 2.5-mile Nottely Reser-
of course, is the Appalachian Trail voir Trail (easy) affords lovely views,
(AT), which is accessible from several picnicking spots and swimming holes.
locations throughout Union County. The strenuous Byron Reece Trail (4.3
The AT is the longest hiking-only foot- miles, difficult) to Blood Mountain
path in the world. In Georgia alone, offers one of the most incredible views
the AT runs 78.1 miles with elevations
ranging from 2,510 feet to 4,461 feet,
which is where the AT passes over
Blood Mountain near Neels Gap. With
the AT running along most of the
County’s southeastern border, you can
find plenty of places to get on and fol-
low the white rectangle blazes. (Visit
appalachiantrail.org for more trail
information.) Blood Mountain
Other area hiking options include:
The Duncan Ridge Trail (4 miles, diffi- in the state, where you can see the sky-
cult) takes you to Coosa Bald via the line of Atlanta on a clear day.
Coopers Creek Wildlife Management
area, known for wild hogs, bears, and ATTRACTIONS
diverse flora and fauna. The Bear Hair FOR ALL AGES
Gap Trail (4.1 miles, moderate) starts Horseback riding adventures abound
near the Vogel State Park Visitor’s Cen- in North Georgia. You’ll find plenty
ter and provides access to a scenic Lake of stables with a full complement of
Trahlyta overlook. Sosebee Cove (0.4 experienced staff, and scenic trails that
miles, easy) is part of the most biologi- stretch for miles. Contact these Cham-
cally diverse area in the state of Georgia, ber members for details on their trail
where you can see some of the largest, rides, excursions and clinics:
oldest trees in the County. continued on next page

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