Overlook Miles Of Mountains From This Beautiful Hiking Trail In Georgia

Hiking through the Georgia mountaintops is a rewarding experience that many visitors to the state tend to overlook. No matter the time of year, hiking in Georgia is always a good idea. Especially when you find those trails that lead to impressive scenic views of miles and miles of natural wilderness.

The Grassy Mountain Tower Trail within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest is a true trail gem that deserves to be explored.

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The Cohutta Wilderness spans over 37,000 acres, extending all the way into Tennessee, however, there are nearly 90 miles of trails within the section of the wilderness inside Georgia.

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The Grassy Mountain Tower Trail is over 5 miles in a loop, extending from the reflective waters of Lake Conasauga, which happens to be the highest lake in the state…

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…all the way up to the fire observation tower on Grassy Mountain where you’ll find epic views of the surrounding mountainside.

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The hardwood forest biome of this trail is home to variety of flora and fauna including wild boar, black bears, herds of dear, wildflowers, coyotes, foxes, and more.

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The trail starts at the Lake Conasauga picnic area, which happens to be just a mere 100 miles north of Atlanta.

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Once on the trail, follow the Tower Trail signs through the patches of the marshes and unique Appalachian flora.

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Marking a close halfway point, the fire observation tower offer seemingly endless views of the surrounding area that simply must be seen to be enjoyed.

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While the majority of the trail is an uphill approach, you’ll definitely be able to feel the rewards once you’re able to enjoy the sweeping views of Georgia at its finest.

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Have you ever hiked the Grassy Mountain Tower Trail before? Share with us your experience in the comments section! Also, if you’re looking for more outdoorsy things to do in Georgia, check out the wildlife hike along Georgia’s coastline.

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