Winding Stair Gap - FS 77

Trail Overview

The Winding Stair Gap, also known as FS 77, connects FS 28-1 at the south end with FS 42 at the north end of the trail. That trail takes you to the Winding Stair Trailhead. 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, boatin,g and target shooting. While many of these activities are free, passes or permits may be required at certain recreation sites to help maintain, manage, and improve the facilities.

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Difficulty

This is an easy, non-technical trail unless after heavy rain or during winter.

History

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

Technical Rating

Winding Stair Gap - FS 77 can be accessed by the following ride types:

• High-Clearance 4x4
• SUV
• Dirt Bike