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Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area
RoutesPlaces to seeNorth AmericaUnited StatesGeorgiaFannin County
Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area
The Top 15 Attractions in Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area
There are plenty of places to see and visit in Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area is a region where 15
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: October 10, 2025
This is the southern end of the famed 2,135 mile Appalachian Trail, also called "The Green Tunnel". You will find a metal plaque indicating the southern terminus. You can get …
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Nestled on the border of Dawson and Gilmer counties, boasting an elevation of approximately 3,600 feet (1.1 km), the summit proudly stands as the highest point in Dawson County.
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A peaceful spot where three mountain streams come together in the Blue Ridge Wildlife Management Area. The sound of rushing water makes it a perfect place to pause, refill your …
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The Benton MacKaye Trail crosses the Toccoa River on a long suspension bridge, one of the highlights of the route. It’s a peaceful spot to rest by the water, listen …
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Not so much a resource for your long ride as a curiosity, this abandoned classic truck makes for an interesting excuse for a break and a photo op.
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Enjoy a segment of the 290-mile Benton MacKaye Trail here. The end-to-end trail intersects with the Appalachian Trail and connects Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Springer Mountain terminus shared by the Appalachian Trail in Georgia.
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This small waterfall is a reliable spot to refill your bottles and a peaceful place to pause and take in the surrounding forest.
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If your appetite for climbing hasn't been met yet, you have the option to turn north here and ride (and maybe push a little) to the summit of Springer Mountain.
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The Duncan Ridge Trail helps to connect the Benton MacKaye Trail and Appalachian Trail to each other. This particular section of the Duncan Ridge Trail shares a path with the …
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There are a bunch of short bridges that cross some streams in this area. This section of the Appalachian Trail is really well kept with some trailside campsites and a …
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