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The full Pinhoti Trail


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366.8

Miles

590.3

KM

Point to Point

3,165' 965 m

High

567' 173 m

Low

44,375' 13,526 m

Up

42,953' 13,092 m

Down

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

24%

Max Grade (14°)

Dogs Unknown

Overview

Running from south to north, this route encapusles the entire length of the Pinhoit Trail.

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Description

Stretching over 335 miles through Alabama and Georgia, the Pinhoti Trail winds its way across ridgelines, hardwood forests, and remote Appalachian foothills. Often quieter than the nearby Appalachian Trail, it offers solitude and rugged beauty for thru-hikers and section hikers alike. The path traverses the Talladega National Forest, passes through the Dugger and Cheaha Wilderness areas, and eventually links up with the Benton MacKaye Trail near the Georgia-North Carolina border. Along the way, hikers encounter sweeping views, historic fire towers, and a diverse mix of Southern wildlife. As part of the Eastern Continental Trail network, the Pinhoti serves as a vital, if lesser-known, link in America's long-distance hiking landscape.

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Photos

Waterfall along Mountain Creek.
Aug 25, 2019 near Blue Ridge, GA
Ascent to Horn Mountain from Pilcher's Pond / Pocket Road
Aug 11, 2017 near Dalton, GA
Trailhead parking along the road
Oct 21, 2018 near Chatsworth, GA
Sunlight through trees
Oct 21, 2018 near Chatsworth, GA
Cardinal flower along Bear Creek Trail.
Aug 25, 2019 near Cherry Log, GA
Great camping spot by the creek with fire ring.
May 24, 2021 near Blue Ridge, GA

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