Steep ascent to top, then fairly flat. This is a one-way trail, not a loop trail. This is part of the Pinhoti Trail system that goes from Dalton, GA, to connect with the Appalachian Trail in Alabama. Horses are not allowed on some portions of the trail. There is no water along the trail for horses. Camping not allowed in parking lot, but is allowed on Forest Service lands.

Address: Summerville, GA

Related activities: trail riding, hiking

Distance from Outdoor Chattanooga HQ: approximately 2 hours

Map(s) and directions:
Hwy 27 South to Summerville. Turn right on Hwy 100 (note: Hwy 100 makes a turn to the left shortly, so watch for it.) From your initial turn onto Hwy 100, go 8 miles. Just after mile marker 8, watch for the brown wooden Pinhoti Trail on the left. Large gravel parking lot.

Activity type: moderate

Dates/Hours: dawn to dusk. Closed during managed hunts. Camping at check-in station lot or Davis Pond.

Estimated time: varies. Trail goes from Summerville almost to Dalton, GA.