Dick’s Knob and Little Bald Knob

Join me in hiking to the summit of Georgia's third highest peak.  Dick's Knob at 4600', and as a bonus, we'll make a short side excursion to summit Little Bald Mountain 5040' just across the state line in North Carolina.

We will start at the trail parking at the Tate Branch Campcround in northeast Georgia.  Beginning by following a rough unmaintained trail that that goes northeast ascending Tate Branch Creek.  As this trail runs out, we will continue off trail climbing very steeply to the ridgline at Steeltrap Gap.  From here, we will turn to the north and follow a rough path along the ridgeline to the summit of Dick's Knob.  After a round of high fives, we'll continue along the ridgeline for about another 3/4 mile and 500 feet of elevation gain to the summit of Little Bald Mountain.  We will take a lunch break here before returning to the cars the way way we came.

This hike will be about 9-10 miles in length and have about 3000 feet in elevation gain with some very steep sections.  Additionally, it will be mostly off trail.  That will make it a very difficult day if you are not prepared.  

This is an exploratory hike so be prepared to be flexible based on conditions.

Thanks to Mark P for the original write up and picture.

We will meet at the trail parking on the right side of Tallulah River Road across from Tate Branch Campground.  It is the second campground after the road turns to gravel.