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Blood Mountain via Byron Reece Trail and Appalachian Trail in Blood Mountain Wilderness

The hike to Blood Mountain offers a fantastic immersion into the serene beauty of North Georgia's mountainous landscape. Along the route, hikers are treated to dense, moss-filled forests, rocky outcrops, and breathtaking panoramic views from the summit, where one can gaze out over the Blue Ridge Mountains. The journey culminates at the historic Blood Mountain Shelter, perched on the mountaintop, with stunning vistas to the south and west, making it a rewarding challenge for those seeking both natural beauty and a sense of accomplishment. #Hiking #Mountain #Overlook #Forest #Nature

  • Distance: 6.7 Km
  • Elevation gain: 429 m
  • Maximum elevation: 1,338 m
  • Elevation loss: 427 m
  • Minimum elevation: 924 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 34 m
  • Moving speed: 2.6 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 5.3 Km/h
  • Total time: 3 h 43 m
  • Global speed: 1.8 Km/h

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  • Distance: 6.7 Km
  • Elevation gain: 429 m
  • Maximum elevation: 1,338 m
  • Elevation loss: 427 m
  • Minimum elevation: 924 m
  • Moving time: 2 h 34 m
  • Moving speed: 2.6 Km/h
  • Maximum speed: 5.3 Km/h
  • Total time: 3 h 43 m
  • Global speed: 1.8 Km/h

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Name: Blood Mountain via Byron Reece Trail and Appalachian Trail in Blood Mountain Wilderness trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Byron Reece Trailhead Parking, Byron Herbert Reece, Union County, Georgia, United States (34.74173 -83.92274)

End: Byron Herbert Reece, Union County, Georgia, United States (34.74150 -83.92269)

Coordinates: 34.73477 -83.93696 34.74173 -83.92269

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Blood Mountain via Byron Herbert Reece and Appalachian Trail

United States > Georgia > Union County

The hike to Blood Mountain via the Byron Herbert Reece Trail and Appalachian Trail offers a dynamic journey through lush forest canopies, rocky outcrops, and sweeping summit views. The route begins with a steady ascent through a valley lined with rhododendrons, ferns, and moss-covered boulders, eventually…

Distance: 6.9 Km • Elevation gain: 430 m • Maximum elevation: 1,338 m