Bear Gap Road

Trail Overview

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 access to some hiking trails to local waterfalls. It is a gravel forestry road with some soft sand spots that can turn into mud holes after heavy rain. The road is not always wide enough for two vehicles to pass. 4WD and High-Clearance are recommended, especially during Winter. All vehicles must be street legal. The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest provides the finest outdoor recreation opportunities and natural resources in Georgia. Featuring nearly 867,000 acres across 26 counties, thousands of miles of clear-running streams and rivers, approximately 850 miles of recreation trails, and dozens of campgrounds, picnic areas, and other recreation activity opportunities, these lands are rich in natural scenery, history, and culture. The Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest offers a variety of activities such as camping, OHV riding, boating, and target shooting.

Photos of Bear Gap Road

Want to see more?

Login

Difficulty

This road is typically well-maintained, but can be technically challenging after heavy rain or in the winter.

History

Georgia's only national forest offers 867,000 acres of scenery, history, and culture to explore.

Technical Rating

Bear Gap Road can be accessed by the following ride types:

• High-Clearance 4x4
• SUV
• SxS (60")
• ATV (50")
• Dirt Bike