DILLARD TO ELLIJAY – 130 miles

Departing Dillard, Patterson Gap Road offers a scenic and winding dirt route through the gap, as it leads to Tallulah River Road. Here, you’ll encounter the longest river crossing of the route at the Tallulah River, then a blissful stretch of dirt with multiple creek crossings and steep, rutted climbs that become more challenging in wet conditions.

Consider an extension to Bell Mountain overlook before tackling the twists and turns of Corbin Creek. Brasstown Bald is another worthwhile extension of excellent paved roads to Georgia’s highest point at 4,784 feet and a lookout tower with panoramic views.

Mulky Gap Road will lead to Highway 60 with fuel and food available at Cooper’s Creek Store. The journey continues with a series of enjoyable country paved roads and two back-to- back forest roads, offering numerous twists and turns, and some of the most fun riding yet. Follow the Toccoa River for several miles, crossing it on an old iron bridge near tubing rentals and a sandwich café. Section 3 concludes with a mix of pleasant paved and gravel roads, passing under a scenic railroad trestle and ending in the town of Ellijay.