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Potatopatch Road Overlook – Barnes Creek Falls loop from Turkey Mountain

Potatopatch Road Overlook – Barnes Creek Falls loop from Turkey Mountain

Hard

2.5

(25)

riders

Potatopatch Road Overlook – Barnes Creek Falls loop from Turkey Mountain

03:52

54.7km

1,220m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel 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: July 27, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 47.5 km for 138 m

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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32.1 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.

Tip by

38.6 km

Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest Ascent

Highlight (Segment) • Forest

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43.3 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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46.3 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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47.5 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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54.7 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

43.8 km

10.5 km

361 m

Surfaces

24.8 km

17.1 km

12.7 km

111 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,100 m)

Lowest point (240 m)

Weather

Today

Thursday 13 August

30°C

21°C

36 %

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Max wind speed: 10.0 km/h

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