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Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
RoutesPlaces to seeMountain passesNorth AmericaUnited StatesGeorgia
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
The Top 5 Mountain Passes in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.
Last updated: October 31, 2025
Neels Gap and Mountain Crossings
Highlight • Mountain Pass
Roughly 30 miles from Springer Mountain, Neels Gap is a key milestone for northbound hikers. The trail literally passes through the breezeway of Mountain Crossings, a historic stone building that …
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Woody Gap
Highlight • Mountain Pass
Located at the intersection of the Appalachian Trail and the Blue Ridge District, this spot boasts breathtaking panoramic views of the North Georgia Mountains. This is worth a hop off …
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Hogpen Gap
Highlight • Mountain Pass
There is a small trailhead located at Hogpen Gap for the Appalachian Trail. There is a sizable parking lot off the side of the highway from which the AT extends in two directions.
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Appalachian Trail - Blue Ridge Gap
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
From Blue Ridge Gap you can hike the Appalachian Trail, crossing the border between Georgia and North Carolina. The trail can be steep and rocky in some sections, but nothing …
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Richard B. Russell Scenic Highway
Highlight • Trail
Unwind and reconnect with nature on the Richard B. Russell Scenic Highway, a 23-mile stretch of beauty through the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest. This winding road offers breathtaking vistas, cascading waterfalls, and diverse wildlife sightings.
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