Beginner Off-Road Trails Near Clayton, Georgia

This trail has a couple of larger waterfalls down and to the side of the shelf road and climbs up pretty rapidly over the course. It is gravel with only a few washout ruts and…
Learn more about Finney Creek - FS 152

Timpson Creek trail is a dirt & gravel road that runs beside, well... Timpson Creek, which is very large for a creek and has a couple of incredible dispersed campsites right beside it. There are…
Learn more about Timpson Creek - FS 162

This out-and-back trail follows an easy, mostly single-lane gravel road through the scenic Chattahoochee National Forest. The first half is well-maintained and offers a smooth, relaxing drive. About halfway in, you'll pass a church and…
Learn more about Wolf Creek Church Road - FS 515

This is an out-and-back trail that begins as a relatively easy, double-lane gravel road before narrowing to a single-lane gravel and dirt road through scenic sections of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Along the route, you…
Learn more about Deaden Timber Road - FS 825

This out-and-back, single-lane trail features several pull-off areas where oncoming vehicles can safely pass, although traffic is typically light and encounters are infrequent. FS 518 includes a mix of gravel and dirt surfaces, with some…
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Stamp Ridge is a long out-and-back trail that seems to be one of the lesser-traveled trails in the area. The majority is easy-going gravel road until the last half mile, which turns into a tight…
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This 7+ mile Forrest Service Road connects to the top-rated Sarahs Creek and offers many opportunities for camping and some fishing along the way. Most of the road is well maintained and wide enough for…
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Want to go overlook Lake Burton from the top of a mountain? Want an easy drive up that mountain via a dirt drive with nice views the whole way? Then this is the trail for…
Learn more about Glassy Mountain - FS 11

This trail meanders through the Chattooga River Ranger District, providing visitors with an immersive experience of the region's natural landscape. The road surface consists mainly of gravel with areas of dirt and mud, including occasional…
Learn more about Pool Creek Road

Sandy Ford is a short trail that holds an amazing surprise at the end. The road is regularly maintained; the biggest obstacle is a creek crossing that gets up to 18 inches deep but is…
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This trail is an easy gravel ride that connects you to 155A. This trail can be completed in 2WD when dry, but it can get slick on the uphills after rain. There are 2 campsites…
Learn more about Tuckaluge Creek Road/153

This is an out-and-back trail that follows a relatively easy, mostly single-lane gravel and dirt road through scenic sections of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Along the route, you may encounter a few small washouts and…
Learn more about FS 977

This is an out-and-back trail that follows a relatively easy, mostly single-lane gravel and dirt road through scenic sections of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Along the route, you may encounter a few small washouts and…
Learn more about Water Gauge Road - FS 511

This less traveled route in Clayton, GA, offers a relaxed ride on gravel roads that will become washboard after rain. This is the perfect spot to get away from some of the more popular trails…
Learn more about Lick Log Creek

If you want to connect the Trans America Trail with the South Carolina Adventure Route, this is your path. It's located North of Walhalla, and connects the SCAR to both the TAT and the Smokey…
Learn more about Trans America Trail / SCAR Connector

This out-and-back trail follows an easy, single-lane dirt road that winds through scenic sections of the Chattahoochee National Forest. The route is slightly narrow in places, so light pinstriping from overgrown vegetation is possible. Along…
Learn more about FS 977A

Rock Mountain Road is a gravel road that follows alongside the Rocky Mountain within the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest in Ruben County Georgia. The road primarily is used as a connection between the Camp Creek Road…
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This is an out-and-back side trail from FS 511 that follows a relatively easy, mostly single-lane gravel and dirt road through scenic sections of the Chattahoochee National Forest. Along the route, you may encounter a…
Learn more about FS 511B

This trail leading to Woodall Shoals is the second-to-last rafting takeout along the Chattooga River. This maintained gravel road leads to the trailhead that leads to a perfect location to cool off in an Appalachian…
Learn more about Woodall Shoals - Road 757

This is an out-and-back, very scenic trail that follows an easy, mostly single-lane gravel road with very minor wash areas, but nothing of any concern. The route is well maintained and passes through scenic sections…
Learn more about Stoneplace Road - FS 516

This is an out-and-back side trail that follows an easy, mostly two-lane gravel road through scenic sections of the Sumpter National Forest just over the Georgia/South Carolina border. There are no obstacles, and most vehicles…
Learn more about FS 795

This trail leads to the trailhead for Long Creek Falls, one of the most iconic falls along the wild and scenic Chattoga River. This trail leads from the main highway to the large parking area…
Learn more about Long Creek Falls - RD 755

This is an out-and-back side trail from the famous Earls Ford Road, that follows a moderate, mostly single-lane gravel and dirt road through scenic sections of the Chattooga River Ranger District. At the fork towards…
Learn more about FR 159 - Derby Shire Lane

This trail follows along one the the many Chattoga River plateau's that overlook the Wild and Scenic River. This is a maintained trail that is mostly gravel with many washboard sections. Camping is allowed in…
Learn more about Fall Creek - FSR 722

The Bear Gap Road connects the Orchard Road at the east end and the Low Gap Road at the west end of the trail. The road takes you along the Tallulah River and gives you…
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Falls Branch Road is an out-and-back trail that takes roughly 1 Hour to complete. The trail is mostly single-vehicle wide with a few spots to pass if needed. The trail has a few ruts and…
Learn more about Falls Branch Road - FSR 2

This trail follows along one the the many Chattooga River plateau's that overlook the Wild and Scenic River. This is a maintained trail that is mostly gravel with many washboard sections. Camping is allowed in…
Learn more about Chattooga River - FSR 769

A beautiful gravel road along the west side of Seed Lake. The road is well-maintained and usually wide enough for two cars to pass. The Lake Seed Recreation Area offers a swimming area for kids…
Learn more about West Seed Lake Road

This route leads down to Lake Tugaloo; which is the end of the Wild and Scenic Chattoga River and creates the border of South Carolina and Georgia. Lake Tugaloo is a perfect place to stop…
Learn more about Lake Tugaloo