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Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area

Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area

The best running trails in Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area

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Running in Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area is one of the best ways to explore more of this region. To help you discover the most beautiful places to run, we’ve reviewed our full collection of routes in Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area—and are proud to present the best running trails. Click on any of the routes for more details and browse real tips and photos uploaded by other runners.

Last updated: October 15, 2025

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1. Hike Inn & Amicalola Falls loop — Amicalola Falls State Park

19.6km

02:33

730m

740m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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2. Springer Mountain via Appalachian Approach Trail — Blue Ridge Mountains

23.5km

03:19

890m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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3. Springer Mountain via Appalachian Trail — Blue Ridge Wildlife Management Area

3.19km

00:23

120m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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4. Amicalola Falls & Hike Inn loop — Amicalola Falls State Park

19.2km

02:21

670m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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5. Ball Mountain via Benton Mackaye Trail & Appalachian Trail loop — Blue Ridge Wildlife Management Area

6.63km

00:53

210m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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6. Benton McKaye & Appalachian Trail loop from Three Forks — Blue Ridge Wildlife Management Area

7.00km

00:53

250m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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7. Long Creek Falls loop from Three Forks — Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

7.50km

00:53

180m

Intermediate run. Good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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8. Long Creek Falls loop via Benton MacKaye Ridge Trail & Noontoola Road — Blue Ridge Wildlife Management Area

16.4km

02:02

440m

450m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Some sure footedness required.

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9. Big John Dick Mountain loop via Benton MacKaye Trail & Bryson Gap Road — Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

18.6km

02:30

510m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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10. Len Foote Hike Inn – Springer Mountain loop from Burnt Mountain Estates

26.2km

03:37

900m

Expert run. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels.

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The best running trails in Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area

1. Hike Inn & Amicalola Falls loop — Amicalola Falls State Park

2. Springer Mountain via Appalachian Approach Trail — Blue Ridge Mountains

3. Springer Mountain via Appalachian Trail — Blue Ridge Wildlife Management Area

4. Amicalola Falls & Hike Inn loop — Amicalola Falls State Park

5. Ball Mountain via Benton Mackaye Trail & Appalachian Trail loop — Blue Ridge Wildlife Management Area

6. Benton McKaye & Appalachian Trail loop from Three Forks — Blue Ridge Wildlife Management Area

7. Long Creek Falls loop from Three Forks — Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

8. Long Creek Falls loop via Benton MacKaye Ridge Trail & Noontoola Road — Blue Ridge Wildlife Management Area

9. Big John Dick Mountain loop via Benton MacKaye Trail & Bryson Gap Road — Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest

10. Len Foote Hike Inn – Springer Mountain loop from Burnt Mountain Estates

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