클레이 카운티 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

Just north of the GA/NC border & home of the iconic gnarled oak tree

Sharp Top has a rocky outcrop within the forest, providing a strategic point for panoramic views of Nantahala National Forest and its surrounding mountains and ridges. Since the trail follows a ridge line to the summit and there are limited water sources along the way, be sure to bring plenty of water with you.

This waterfall is formed by a small creek that spreads along the bumpy outcrop rock, with small waterfalls going all around it. The trail to there is not easy, as it climbs steeply up the ridge through a series of switchbacks until it gets to Beech Creek.

This is one of the loops in Jackrabbit area that goes closer to the lake, a mostly flat trail to enjoy a walk between trees and Lake Chatuge. There are many intersectiosn between the trails, so you can choose your own path and make your hike as long or as short as you like.

A cascade of 40 ft dropping from Bull Cove Creek, a creek that rises just some meters more up; the creek meets Bech Creek just downstream. This is a pristine water stream, flowing through this nice waterfall.

Saba Beach is a small dirt beach around Lake Chatuge, with some trees around offering shade, it is a nice place to swim after the hike or just enjoy the lake views. To get there you can make a loop following Burrell's Cove Trail and Jackrabbit Trail, these trails are also shared with cyclists.

Deep Gap is an accessible mountain pass with amazing views of the lush Nantahala Forest. This is a popular area in Nantahala National Forest, so if you want to avoid crowds it is better to go early.

This small cabin surrounded by forest offers shelter to Appalachian Trail hikers, a simple shelter with a table and some benches.