BMTA ACTIVITY CALENDAR
BMTA normally schedules four or five hikes per month, some “leisure” hikes that are shorter and easier and some 5 to 8 miles and of moderate difficulty. In addition, we have occasional backpacking hikes and more difficult ones that might be called “hardy hikes.” Occasionally we co-sponsor hikes with other organizations. Some, but not all, of our hikes are “dog friendly.” Although more hikes are in Georgia than the other states, you will find hikes in all three BMT states: Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee.
*Please refer to: BMTA COVID-19 Hiker Guidelines and BMTA COVID-19 Maintenance Guidelines.
Calendar of Events
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BMT in Cherry Log Community from Hwy 515 to Rock Shelter and return
Moderate 4 miles with a 435’ elevation change. Hike leader Martha Fowler. For more information contact hikeleaderMF@bmtamail.org
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Sawnee. Cumming, Georgia
Moderate 5 mile loop with an 860’ elevation gain. This is a newer and less used section of the Preserve. Hike Leader Howard Baggett. For more information contact hikeleaderHB@bmtamail.org.
BMT Bushyhead Gap north to Hatley Gap in the Cohuttas for a special hike.
Moderately strenuous 10.8 miles round-trip. Since social distancing is essential, it’s the perfect time to hike a section of the BMT as a "moving meditation.” Elevation gain in -- approximately 900’; out -- approximately 600’. We will be spaced further apart and walking independently at times. At our destination, we will have plenty of time […]
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BMT Dyer Gap on FS 64 south to the headwaters of the Jacks River near Flat Top Mountain in the Cohuttas for a special hike
Moderately strenuous 4.8 miles round-trip. Elevation gain is: 900’. Since social distancing is essential, it’s the perfect time to hike a section of the BMT as a "moving meditation.” We will be spaced further apart and walking independently at times. At our destination, we will have plenty of time for snacks and a rest. We will […]
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Prescribed Burn – Smoke May Affect the BMT
The US Forest Service is planning a prescribed burn tomorrow, Wednesday April 7, 2021. The Little Rock Creek and Frozen Branch prescribed burn units total 1870 acres in Fannin County, and are along the east side of Rock Creek Road, from the DNR check station to Frozen Branch , south of Frank Gross campground. The […]
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GA Work Trip April 10
Where: Section 4a Skeenah Gap >> Payne Gap Where: Section 4b - Payne Gap >> Wilscot Gap, GA Hwy 60 When: Saturday, April 10, 2021 Time: 9:00 AM Meeting Location: Wilscot Gap Trailhead on Hwy 60 Plan for the Day: We will meet at Wilscot Gap on GA Hwy 60 which is 8 miles south of […]
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Caney Creek Historical Community
Moderate 7 miles. Hike to the abandoned historical community of Caney Creek on the Ocoee River (one large creek crossing). See lots of artifacts. This tiny town had mass transit, bathtubs, electric street lights, concrete sidewalks, a tennis court, hotel, telephones, school and a church, but no stores. It existed from 1918-1941. No automobiles ever […]
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Go Forth Creek near Ducktown, Tennessee
Easy 3.7 miles out and back. It follows along a pretty creek the whole way and there should be lots of wildflowers to spot. The parking is very limited so only five or six cars can fit in. If you are coming with someone in the same car, let me know so I can allow […]
Prescribed Burn – BMT Closed Wilscot Gap – Skeenah Gap starting April 12, 2021 ’til Deemed Safe for Hikers
The US Forest Service, in conjunction with the Georgia Forestry Commission, are planning a joint prescribed burn tomorrow, April 13t 2021. 453 acres of the West Skeenah prescribed burn unit were burned on March 21, and we will be attempting to burn the other 483 acres which is along the east side of Highway 60, […]
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Hike to the Southern side of “The Narrows”
On the Hiwassee River via the abandoned community of McFarland. Moderate 6 miles. Four miles will be along railroad tracks. Prepare to drive 6 miles on a FS road. See the extinct town of McFarland, TN established in 1895. It served as a section headquarters for maintenance on the Old Line Railroad. The town had […]
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Deep Gap to Fall Branch Falls on the Stanley Gap and Benton MacKaye Trails
Strenuous 10.4 mile round trip with 1,200 foot elevation change in both directions. Hike leader Steve Dennison. For more information contact hikeleaderSD@bmtamail.org.
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Caney Creek Historical Community
Moderate 7 miles. Hike to the abandoned historical community of Caney Creek on the Ocoee River (one large creek crossing). See lots of artifacts. This tiny town had mass transit, bathtubs, electric street lights, concrete sidewalks, a tennis court, hotel, telephones, school and a church, but no stores. It existed from 1918-1941. No automobiles ever […]
Cloudland Canyon State Park
Moderate to strenuous 6 miles. Each hike has 400’ elevation change. It's a little bit further drive than most of us do but the 2-mile round-trip Waterfalls Trail and 4.8-mile West Rim Trail that includes one additional waterfall at Cloudland Canyon are impressive in the spring. Hike leader Steve Dennison. For more information contact hikeleaderSD@bmtamail.org
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Wildcat Creek-Turner Trail Loop with side trip to Rocky Ford cascades.
Approximately 7 miles with brief steep segments. A few lady slippers were found on the trail in 2020. Hiking poles recommended. Trail located in GA Wildlife Management Area. Involves carrying a free GA Lifetime Sportsman license for Georgia residents over 65 or obtain a permit through the GA Department of Natural Resources. Hike leader Steve […]
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TN Work Trip April 24
Where: Section 15b and 15c – Sandy Gap to Tate Gap When: Saturday, April 24. 2021 Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Meeting Location: Coker Creek Welcome Center, 10 miles south of Tellico Plains on TN68, at intersection of TN68 and Joe Brown Highway Crew One Crew Leader: Rick Parks & Ken Jones - Sandy Gap to […]
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Park Creek/Park Ridge Trails, Standing Indian area near Franklin, North Carolina
Moderate 5 miles with several creek crossings. There will be beautiful spring flowers to admire. Hike Leader Evelin Yarns. For more information contact hikeleaderEY@bmtamail.org
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Lady Slippers
Mulky Gap. Easy to moderate 1.5 miles. Before embarking on the hike, hikers will go across the road to see a huge garden of thousands of Pink Lady Slippers.The hike itself begins on an old logging road. Trillium, Showy Orcus, Wild Geranium, Wild Iris and Dutchman’s Pipe are just a few of the spring beauties to […]
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TN Work Trip May 1
Brookshire Creek Tail Section 16c. Annual logout and brushout. For more information contact Rick Harris tn-ncmaintdirector@bmtamail.org