Rattlesnake

Total Miles 0.5
Technical Rating
7 Difficult
Best Time Spring, Summer
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

Rattlesnake is a steep, difficult trail inside the Beasley Knob OHV area, the lower section of the trail is very rocky with boulders and ledges that require careful attention, and the upper part is a long, steep dirt hill climb. The trail is short but difficult. All of the trails inside Beasley Knob OHV are closed seasonally from December 31st to late March or early April weather permitting, and are closed during periods of heavy rain. Call the Blue Ridge Ranger District at 706-745-6928 to check the status of the trail. A $5 day use fee is required to ride at Beasley Knob OHV and can be purchased online via QR code at the parking areas.

Photos of Rattlesnake

Difficulty

Technical boulder field with multiple rocks exceeding axle height as well as steep, off camber terrain.

Technical Rating

7

Status Reports

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Seth Dingle
Oct 06, 2025
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The lower section was severely rutted and muddy causing my diffs to drag so badly I couldn’t get thru with front and rear lockers without winching in two different sections. If it was drier I think I could have made it thru.
Frances Thoburn
Sep 12, 2025
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Rattlesnake Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • Single Track
  • 50 Inch
  • 60 Inch
  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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