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Beasley Knob OHV Trail System
Saturday, October 26, 2024
| Other Names | Chattahoochee National Forest, Blue Ridge Ranger District, Ross Ridge, Roundtop Mountain, Blue Rock, Jones Knob, Nicholson Gap, Beasley Knob ATV Trail, Nelson Ridge, Bridge Gap, Scruggs Top, Davis Ridge, Jackson Gap, Thunder-struck Mountain, Scrougetown Creek |
| Last Known Status | Open |
About 13 miles of connecting trail loops can be found here and most are rated as either "Difficult" or "Most Difficult", so expect steep and rocky. Also note that these are the type of trails that get even more challenging during wet weather. There are a few trails that are fairly easy, but not enough to keep a novice entertained for very long.
The trails close seasonally to motorized use from January through March, but exact dates vary so check with the ranger station before heading out. A day use pass is required to ride here which can be purchased online or by using the QR code posted at the trailhead kiosk. Annual passes are also available which can be obtained by visiting the Blue Ridge Ranger District or at the local Chevron station.
Thanks go to Georgia Bounty Runners club for maintaining these trails and helping to keep them open.
REGULATIONS
| Permit Required | Yes | OHV Trail Permit |
| Dates Open | Mid March - December 31 | |
| Other ATV Stickers Accepted | Unknown | |
| Spark Arrestor | Yes | A spark arresting exhaust silencer or end cap is required for all vehicles. |
| Noise Limit | Yes | |
| Whip Flags | Not Required | |
| Maximum Vehicle Width | No Restriction | |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | |
 UTV & SXS | Permitted | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Permitted | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Permitted | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | ||
 Campfires | ||
| Night Riding | No | riding hours sunrise to sunset |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | stay on trails |
| Rule Enforcement |
TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 2,800 acres (4 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 13 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 1900 to 3300 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Not Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Some | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Some | |
| Dust |  Little | |
| Rocks | Mostly | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Many | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Intersections | Some | |
| Rider Traffic | Some | |
| Hazards |  Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Some | |
 Expert | Mostly |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 1-5 Miles (W) | Chevron (706) 745-0964 |
| Diesel | 1-5 Miles (W) | Chevron (706) 745-0964 |
 Water | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Nottely River Campground (706) 745-6711 |
 RV Hookup | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Nottely River Campground (706) 745-6711 |
 RV Disposal | 5-20 Miles (SW) | Nottely River Campground (706) 745-6711 |
| Campground | 30+ Miles (SE) | Upper Chattahoochee River Campground (706) 754-6221 or (706) 490-1246 |
 Conv Store | 1-5 Miles (W) | Chevron (706) 745-0964 |
FEES & PASSES
| Parking | (None) |
| Entry | (None) |
| Riding | Yes ($5.00 per rider) |
| Camping | (None) |
| Comment | Annual Pass - $50/rider. Pass can be purchased at any Chattahoochee - Oconee National Forest ranger station. |
RATINGS
| Our Rating |  |
| Recommended Stay | Full Day |
| Comments | (Scroll Down For Rider Reviews & Comments) |
DRIVING DIRECTIONS
| Nearest City | Blairsville, GA | ||
| Address | Old Satterfield Road, Blairsville, GA 30512 | ||
| From: Athens, GA
1) Take SR-129 North to the town of Blairsville, about 95 miles 2) Turn right on US-76 (SR-2), continue 1 mile 3) Turn right on Windy Hill Road, continue .7 miles 4) Veer right on Old Satterfield Road, continue towards the staging area. |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Chattahoochee National Forest - Blue Ridge Ranger District 2042 Highway 515 West Blairsville, GA 30512 (706) 970-9776 mailroom_r8_chattahoochee@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Chevron 430A Young Harris Highway Blairsville, GA 30512 (706) 745-0964 |
| Comment | Sells Annual OHV Pass |
Beasley Knob Trail Photo
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