Lake Tugaloo (Bull Sluice Road)

Total Miles3.9
Technical Rating
2Easy
Best TimeSpring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Trail TypeFull-Width Road
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Trail Overview

Lake Tugaloo is a gravel road that descends through the scenic Chattahoochee National Forest to the shores of Lake Tugaloo on the Georgia-South Carolina border. Perfect for stock SUVs, overland rigs, and vehicles towing trailers, this roughly 3.9-mile trail offers a smooth but winding drive. The path is predominantly maintained gravel with some steep, sweeping curves as it winds down to the water, where the final 50 feet transitions to pavement. At the road's end Lake Tugaloo offers exceptional recreational opportunities, serving as the calm confluence where the Wild and Scenic Chattooga River meets the Tallulah River. While motorized boats are limited to 20 horsepower, the area is a prime destination for kayaking, canoeing, and fishing, with several primitive and paid campsites situated nearby.

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Difficulty

Maintained gravel trail with some steep areas. Last 50FT is paved to assist with vehicles pulling trailers.

Technical Rating

2

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Chuck Davidson
Jul 07, 2024
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Dusty
Nice and easy gravel road. Had lunch on the dock at boat landing. The last 1/4 mile was paved and very steep.

Lake Tugaloo (Bull Sluice Road) Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

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

Access Description

No special permits are required to drive Bull Sluice Road. The route is accessible to most high-clearance 2WD, AWD, and 4WD vehicles. The final 50 feet leading to the water and boat ramp is paved to assist vehicles towing trailers up the steep grade back from the lakeshore.

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