6. Ellijay GA to Tellico Plains TN
Ellijay GA to Tellico Plains TN – 126 miles
Depart Ellijay with a full tank of gas as you reenter Chattahoochee National Forest and then Cohutta Wilderness. Note that portions of this and other sections are typically gated closed from January to mid-March. Scenic overlooks offer fantastic mountain views as riders climb above 3,000 feet approaching the Tennessee border in the forest. Tumbling Creek Road in Tennessee is rocky and steep, providing a moderate challenge as the track approaches the Ocoee River at TVA Powerhouse #3. Follow the contours of the raging Ocoee River along Hwy 64 before heading north on Oswald Road, featuring several spectacular overlooks. Webb Brothers store (typically closed from November through February) is a unique and historic stopover on a short detour with fuel and supplies. McFarland Road is a prime example of dense Tennessee forest riding and offers two interesting extension options: The historic small hydroelectric Apalachia Powerhouse and the ruins of an old cement plant constructed in the 1940s to help build the pipeline viaduct to the powerhouse.
At 2,348 feet, Buck Bald is an easy gravel ride and offers a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains as you head north along the foothills of the Smoky Mountains.
Witt Road is an alternate harder option offering multiple river crossings, some of which can be quite challenging due to the depth of the water and tricky embedded rock features. If you get your feet wet on Witt Road, the section ends shortly thereafter in the small, outdoor-oriented community of Tellico Plains, TN.
6. Ellijay GA to Tellico Plains TN
Ellijay GA to Tellico Plains TN – 126 miles
Depart Ellijay with a full tank of gas as you reenter Chattahoochee National Forest and then Cohutta Wilderness. Note that portions of this and other sections are typically gated closed from January to mid-March. Scenic overlooks offer fantastic mountain views as riders climb above 3,000 feet approaching the Tennessee border in the forest. Tumbling Creek Road in Tennessee is rocky and steep, providing a moderate challenge as the track approaches the Ocoee River at TVA Powerhouse #3. Follow the contours of the raging Ocoee River along Hwy 64 before heading north on Oswald Road, featuring several spectacular overlooks. Webb Brothers store (typically closed from November through February) is a unique and historic stopover on a short detour with fuel and supplies. McFarland Road is a prime example of dense Tennessee forest riding and offers two interesting extension options: The historic small hydroelectric Apalachia Powerhouse and the ruins of an old cement plant constructed in the 1940s to help build the pipeline viaduct to the powerhouse.
At 2,348 feet, Buck Bald is an easy gravel ride and offers a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains as you head north along the foothills of the Smoky Mountains.
Witt Road is an alternate harder option offering multiple river crossings, some of which can be quite challenging due to the depth of the water and tricky embedded rock features. If you get your feet wet on Witt Road, the section ends shortly thereafter in the small, outdoor-oriented community of Tellico Plains, TN.
Apalachia Dam Powerhouse
“Apalachia” Powerhouse & Hiwassee Footbridge A r emote mountain powerhouse constructed on the Hiwassee River in the 1940s with a nearby footbridge offering views of the Hiwassee River.
Buck Bald Mtn 2348'
Buck Bald Mountain At 2,347 feet, this bald summit offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains in Georgia, Tennessee, and North Carolina Visit Website »
BYPASS CLOSURE
Tumbling Creek Rd and Grassy Creek Rd
Camp Tumbling Creek
Chilhowee Mtn Overlook
Chilhowee Mountain Overlook on Oswald Road A vantage point in Tennessee’s Cherokee National Forest, providing sweeping views that encompass TN, GA, and NC
Closed Jan thru March
Conasauga River Crossing
278 Witt Rd Tellico Plains, TN, 37385, USA
Ellijay - Food, Gas, Lodging
Ellijay River House BnB Located in Downtown Ellijay, Ellijay River House BnB offers guests the unique ability to be close to everything downtown while still experiencing all the charm and beauty that North Georgia has to offer. Address: 128 River St, Ellijay, GA 30540 Phone: (706)-514-6471 Visit Website »
Gazebo Overlook
Gazebo Overlook A charming gazebo offering panoramic views of the surrounding landscape, located along the route.
Jacks River Campsite
Mac Point Beach
Mac Point Beach A recreational area along Lake Blue Ridge in Georgia, known for its sandy shores and clear waters. Visit Website »
McFarland Ruins
McFarland Ruins Site of an old cement plant and nearby ghost town created to construct the Appalachia Powerhouse
Mountaintown Overlook
Mountaintown Overlook A scenic viewpoint in Georgia offering sweeping vistas of the surrounding Appalachian terrain. Visit Website »
Ocoee TN - Food & Gas
Ocoee Express Address: 1699 US-64, Benton, TN 37307 Phone: (423) 338-1499
Ocoee Whitewater Center
Ocoee Whitewater Center 4400 Highway 64 Copperhill, TN, 37317, USA 423-496-1145
Reliance TN - Food & Gas
SE06 EXT - Buck Bald Mtn
Rough Creek Bridge OUT
Cherokee National Forest
SE06 Temp Bypass - Bridge Closure
TVA Ocoee #3 Powerhouse
U S Forest Rd
Turtletown TN - Food & Gas
Thunder Rock Campground
SE06 ALT Harder - Witt Rd Water Crossings
SE06 Temp Bypass - FR77 Closure
Webb Bros - Food & Gas - Seasonal
SE06 - Ellijay GA to Tellico Plains TN
SE06 EXT - Apalachia Powerhouse
TEMP Road Closure FR77
Road and Oswald Rd
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