Benton MacKaye Trail
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, Gilmer County, GA
Point-to-point trail in Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, Gilmer County, GA. Hiking.
- Distance
- 79.7 mi (128.2 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 17,162 ft (5,231 m)
- Est. Time
- 34 hr 20 min
- High point
- 4,039 ft (1,231 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Campsite 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Campsite 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Campsite 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from start
- Campsite 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from start
- Historic site: MacKaye Memorial 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from start
- Campsite 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Owen's Overlook 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from start
- Campsite 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from start
- Campsite 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from start
- Waterfall 6.8 mi (11 km) from start
- Waterfall 7 mi (11.2 km) from start
- Campsite 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Long Creek Falls view 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from start
- Waterfall: Long Creek Falls 7.2 mi (11.5 km) from start
- Campsite 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from start
- Spring 8.7 mi (14.1 km) from start
- Peak: Big John Dick Mountain 11.4 mi (18.4 km) from start
- Spring 11.9 mi (19.1 km) from start
- Peak: Tooni / Toonowee Mountain 16.4 mi (26.4 km) from start
- Spring 17.8 mi (28.7 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Benton MacKaye Trail
How long is Benton MacKaye Trail?
Benton MacKaye Trail is 79.7 mi (128.2 km) long. Most people take about 34 hr 20 min. It climbs 17,162 ft (5,231 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,039 ft (1,231 m).
How hard is Benton MacKaye Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Benton MacKaye Trail?
5 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Benton MacKaye Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead. 3 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Benton MacKaye Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (98% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Benton MacKaye Trail?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Benton MacKaye Trail?
Best for Hiking.
Is this a good week for Benton MacKaye Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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