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Whissenhunt OHV Trail System
Wednesday, December 11, 2024
| Other Names | Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests, Blue Ridge Ranger District, Wissenhunt Mountain, Sally Free Ridge, Campbell Mountain, Little Cane Creek, Clay Creek, Whissenhunt ORV Area |
| Last Known Status | Open |
This trail system has around 11 miles of well marked trails with scenic forest and mountain views. The trails are mostly hard packed and covered with occasional loose rock and gravel. The area is best explored after a light rain since the trails can get pretty dusty during dry weather.
Those who are driving RVs or long trailers should be aware that the main entrance is narrow with only enough room for one vehicle at a time. Parking and services are limited at the staging area.
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 | Yes (48 inches) | has entrance gate or posts |
 Motorcycles & Dirt Bikes | Permitted | |
 Four Wheelers | Permitted | (maximum width 48 inches) |
 UTV & SXS | Prohibited | |
 SUVs & Jeeps (registered) | Prohibited | |
| Dune Buggy & Sand Rail 4x4 (unregistered) | Prohibited | |
| 2 Stroke Engines | No Restriction | |
 Camping | Prohibited | |
 Campfires | Prohibited | |
| Night Riding | No | riding hours sunrise to sunset |
| Trail Blazing | Prohibited | no trailblazing |
| Rule Enforcement |
TYPE OF AREA
| Area | Motorized Trails |
| Land | National Forest |
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 | Dahlonega, GA | ||
| Address | Camp Wahsega Road, Dahlonega, GA 30533 | ||
| From: Dahlonega, GA
1) Take US-19 North (SR-60) 2.2 miles 2) Turn left onto Camp Washega Road, continue 4.1 miles 3) Staging area entrance is on the left (south). |
OFFICIAL CONTACTS
| Contact Info | Chattahoochee - Oconee National Forests - Blue Ridge District 1881 Highway 515, P.O. Box 9 Blairsville, GA 30512 (706) 745-6928 mailroom_r8_chattahoochee@fs.fed.us www.fs.usda.gov |
| Contact Info | Clay Creek Falls Grocery Store 2261 Oak Grove Road Dahlonega, GA 30533 (706) 482-0515 |
| Comment | Sells Annual OHV Pass. |
Whissenhunt Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 5/15/2020 (Thanks!)
Whissenhunt Trail Photo
Photo Submitted 8/29/2016 (Thanks!)
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TERRAIN
| Approx Size | 700 acres (1 sq mi) | |
| Miles Of Trail | 11 | |
| Climate Type | Forest | |
| Elevation | 1400 to 2000 ft. | |
| Trail Maintenance | Marked, Not Rated, Lightly Maintained | |
| Loose Dirt |  Little | |
| Hard Pack |  Mostly | |
| Sand |  None | |
| Mud | Little | |
| Dust | Little | |
| Rocks | Little | |
| Trees |  All | |
| Steep Hills |  Few | |
| Water Crossings | None | |
| Small Jumps | None | |
| Large Jumps | None | |
| Berms |  Some | |
| Sand/Gravel Pits | None | |
| Single Track | None | |
| Roads | None | |
| Shade |  Many | |
| Hazards | Few | (hazards assumed marked but use caution) |
 Novice | Little | |
 Amateur | Mostly | |
 Expert | Some |
GPS POINTS
KEY SERVICES
 Gasoline | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Chevron (706) 867-0020 |
| Diesel | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Chevron (706) 867-0020 |
 Water | Dahlonega, GA | |
 RV Hookup | 20-30 Miles (SW) | Etowah River Campground (706) 864-9035 |
 RV Disposal | 20-30 Miles (SW) | Etowah River Campground (706) 864-9035 |
| Campground | 20-30 Miles (SW) | Etowah River Campground (706) 864-9035 |
 Conv Store | 5-20 Miles (SE) | Chevron (706) 867-0020 |
RIDER COMMENTS & REVIEWS