2. Suches to Dillard
SUCHES TO DILLARD – 142 miles
Depart Suches on a twisty paved section of Highway 60 before entering the Cooper Creek WMA area of the National Forest. A series of forest service roads lead to Duncan Ridge, a fun rocky road that eventually intersects Highway 180. Stop at Sunrise Grocery, a local spot for boiled peanuts, local produce, snacks and ethanol free gas!
Stop at Helton Creek Falls for a short hike to a scenic waterfall before continuing on the track through a pair of stream crossings. The route passes near Helen, Georgia, a tourist town known for a Bavarian theme, summer swimming and float trips on the Chattahoochee River.
The route follows views of Lake Burton, a classic North Georgia mountain lake with summer lakeside dining at La Prade’s Marina. An Alternate Harder option is available to tackle the more challenging Popcorn Creek, which is often muddy, overgrown and rutted, eventually reconnecting with the main route. Ride through a mix of dirt and paved roads with a short detour option to the Chattooga River, a protected Wild and Scenic natural river featured in the 1970s movie “Deliverance”. If you hear banjo music, you might want to pick up the pace.
The route then meanders through tight, scenic forest roads at the point where Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina meet. Section 2 concludes with a picturesque, curvy paved descent into the town of Dillard, enjoying mountain views along the way.
2. Suches to Dillard
SUCHES TO DILLARD – 142 miles
Depart Suches on a twisty paved section of Highway 60 before entering the Cooper Creek WMA area of the National Forest. A series of forest service roads lead to Duncan Ridge, a fun rocky road that eventually intersects Highway 180. Stop at Sunrise Grocery, a local spot for boiled peanuts, local produce, snacks and ethanol free gas!
Stop at Helton Creek Falls for a short hike to a scenic waterfall before continuing on the track through a pair of stream crossings. The route passes near Helen, Georgia, a tourist town known for a Bavarian theme, summer swimming and float trips on the Chattahoochee River.
The route follows views of Lake Burton, a classic North Georgia mountain lake with summer lakeside dining at La Prade’s Marina. An Alternate Harder option is available to tackle the more challenging Popcorn Creek, which is often muddy, overgrown and rutted, eventually reconnecting with the main route. Ride through a mix of dirt and paved roads with a short detour option to the Chattooga River, a protected Wild and Scenic natural river featured in the 1970s movie “Deliverance”. If you hear banjo music, you might want to pick up the pace.
The route then meanders through tight, scenic forest roads at the point where Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina meet. Section 2 concludes with a picturesque, curvy paved descent into the town of Dillard, enjoying mountain views along the way.
Black Rock Mountain State Park
Black Rock Mountain State Park Mountaintop cottages surround a small playground, while campsites are nestled under rhododendron and gnarled oaks. Tent campers will appreciate the walk-in and backcountry sites that allow extra privacy, and “bear boxes” are provided to protect food. The park’s small lake is popular with anglers and circled by an easy walking trail. At an altitude of 3,640 feet, Black Rock Mountain is often cooler than other Georgia parks and may close during icy weather. RVers should be comfortable driving on steep, winding roads. Address: 3085 Black Rock Mountain Parkway, Mountain City, GA 30562 Phone: 706-746-2141 Visit Website »
Bull Sluice Rapid Hiking Trail
St./Prv. Border
Clarkesville - Food & Gas
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Clayton - Food, Gas, Lodging
Clayton, GA Clayton is a city in Rabun County, Georgia. This “Farm-to-Table Capital” of Georgia offers up award-winning chefs cooking dishes with buttery biscuits and tender, fresh-from-the-farm, local meats and vegetables. Visit Website »
Dillard - Food, Gas, Lodging
The Dillard House The Dillard House, in Dillard, Georgia, is located only 2 hours north of Atlanta, GA, 1 hour from Asheville, NC, and 1 ½ hours from Greenville, SC in the beautiful Northeast Georgia Mountains. Historic Lodge and family style restaurant. Address: 768 Franklin Street, Dillard GA, 30537 Phone: (706) 746-5348 Visit Website »
Helen - Food, Gas, Lodging
Helen, GA Helen is a mountain town in northeast Georgia. Helen offers a little bit of everything to appeal to the outdoor adventurer in you, whether its tubing, eating, or shopping! Visit Website »
Helton Creek Falls
Helton Creek Falls Helton Creek Falls cascades in a set of two waterfalls, sliding down in tendrils through a beautiful, hemlock-filled creek valley. The trail to these gorgeous waterfalls isn’t a long hike – in fact, the trail’s extremely short distance qualifies it as more of a short walk in the woods. Visit Website »
Hogpen Gap Overlook
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Kennedy Creek - Lodging, Food, Camping
Kennedy Creek Resort Cabins, yurts, camping and restaurant with a small aircraft grass runway. Address: 3001 High Valley Rd, Suches, GA 30572 Phone: (478)-484-7759 Visit Website »
Suches - Food, Gas, Lodging
Chattahoochee National Park
Sunrise Grocery - Food & Gas
Sunrise Grocery Charming roadside country store with gas and cabin rentals. Address: 7568 Gainesville Hwy, Blairsville, GA 30512 Phone: (706)-745-5877 Visit Website »
Unicoi State Park Lodge & Camp
Unicoi State Park Just two miles northeast of Alpine Helen in the gorgeous North Georgia Mountains is the ultimate mountain retreat destination. Unicoi State Park & Lodge is centered around beautiful Lake Unicoi within the Chattahoochee National Forest. Visit Website »
Vogel State Park
Vogel State Park Campground & Cottages Cottages, campsites and primitive backpacking sites provide a range of overnight accommodations. The park’s 22 acre lake is open to non-motorized boats, and during summer, visitors can cool off at the mountain-view beach. Address: 405 Vogel State Park Road, Blairsville, GA 30512 Phone: 706-745-2628 Visit Website »
Walasi-Yi Interpretive Center Store
Walasi-Yi Interpretive Center 12471 Gainesville Hwy Blairsville, Georgia, 30512, United States 706-745-6095
Wildcat Store & Diner
Wildcat BBQ and Store Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Local honey, ice, boiled peanuts, fire wood, jams, jellies and pickles. Address: 7475 GA-60, Suches, GA 30572 Phone: (706)-747-3855 Visit Website »
CHX2 - Suches to Dillard
CHX2 ALT Harder - Popcorn Creek
CHX2 EXT - Chattooga River Overlook
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