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Recreation

Wilderness wanderers rejoice in
natural splendor of Union County

T here is no better place in Georgia to take 0.6-mile, handicap-accessible trail in the
Dockery Lake Recreation Area – A
advantage of the wild wonder of the great
outdoors than Union County. Waterfalls, trails, recreation area offers beautiful views and
parks, nature preserves – they’re all here and is a great alternative to more strenuous
waiting for you to enjoy. Don’t know where to hikes. There are plenty of other trails and
start? Keep reading. camping also at the U.S. Forest Service
recreation area.
TAKE A HIKE The Lake Winfield Scott Trail –
Inspiring beauty is always around the corner in At just under a mile, this trail meanders
Union County. You will fall in love with this place around the lake where you can see
every time you venture out among our rolling hills the wildflowers and grandeur of the
and teeming forests. We are proud to have some of mountain scenery.
the most sought desirable hiking and camping in
the world. We are home to the Appalachian Trail, MODERATE TRAILS
Bear Hair Gap – This 4.1-mile trail at Vogel
Brasstown Bald, Georgia’s highest point, Lake State Park begins at the visitor center and takes you
Winfield Scott, and so many other spectacular
locations. The Southern Appalachians are one of the to the Lake Trahlyta overlook. Stream crossings and
a pass through the Suches community are paired with
most biodiverse regions in the world, and nowhere is wildflowers, birds, and possible bear sightings.
that on display as clearly as here in Union County. Reece Heritage Farm to Vogel State Park – It’s about
For the most memorable hiking, backpacking, three miles from the farm to the park, so plan for a shuttle with a
or camping experience, try one of these trails, friend. Or make it a full six miles there and back after a nice picnic
but check out DiscoverGeorgiaOutdoors.com for at the state park. Enjoy shade from the summer heat under the trees
more information and directions before you go. and get an intimate look at our distinctive mountain ecology.
Some trails are more strenuous than others, so Freeman Trail – Great views, stream crossings, and
prepare accordingly. rocky outcroppings are the hallmarks of this 5.7-mile trail.
See hardwoods, rhododendron, and other flora as well as
EASY TRAILS birds. A magnificent view from Flatrock Gap make this hike a
Sea Creek Trail – This half-mile trail rewards “can’t miss.”
you with a waterfall and is a great way to spend a Wolf Laurel Top – Take a walk on the Appalachian Trail on
morning or afternoon. this out-and-back hike of nearly 4.2 miles. Hike through the Raven
Meeks Park – Right here in Blairsville, Meeks Cliffs Wilderness from Testnatee Gap and west over Cow Rock
Park includes the 0.7-mile Butternut Creek Loop, a Mountain to the Wolf Laurel Ridge. This hike is more strenuous at
family friendly trail. the outset and more moderate toward the end.

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