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Potatopatch Road Overlook – Barnes Creek Falls loop from Fancy Hill

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Murray County

Potatopatch Road Overlook – Barnes Creek Falls loop from Fancy Hill

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Potatopatch Road Overlook – Barnes Creek Falls loop from Fancy Hill

05:33

65.7km

1,280m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 11, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 32.6 km for 138 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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17.3 km

High Point of West Cow Pen Road

Highlight • Viewpoint

The North Georgia mountains feature some real elevation gain, and this high point of West Cow Pen road stands at over 2,300 feet.

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23.7 km

Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest Ascent

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

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28.4 km

Potatopatch Mountain

Highlight • Summit

This mountain sits at 3,560 feet above sea level and serves as a great stopping point after a relentless climb to reach this elevation. Here, you can rest and take in the surrounding views.

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31.4 km

Potatopatch Road Overlook

Highlight • Viewpoint

Though a common stopping point for off-road drivers, bikers, and hikers in this area, the view from this overlook will remind you of how remote this part of the north …

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32.7 km

Barnes Creek Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

A multi-tiered and multi-stream waterfall, Barnes Creek Falls is worth a look and can make for a great rest and snack spot.

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36.7 km

Barnes Creek

Highlight • River

Barnes Creek is one of many river crossings in the area. It can be done as a rock hop most of the time, but after storms, you may get your feet wet.

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36.8 km

Barnes Creek Wildflowers

Highlight • Forest

At the right times of year, the Barnes Creek area provides spectacular wildflower viewing. It can also be quite muddy, so bring your best footwear and remember to always stick to the trail.

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65.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

44.7 km

16.0 km

2.62 km

2.43 km

Surfaces

26.6 km

25.1 km

14.1 km

Elevation

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Highest point (1,100 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

Weather

Today

Sunday 2 August

28°C

22°C

72 %

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Potatopatch Road Overlook – Barnes Creek Falls loop from Fancy Hill

High Point of West Cow Pen Road

Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest Ascent

Potatopatch Mountain

Potatopatch Road Overlook

Barnes Creek Falls

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