Neels Gap to Hogpen Gap

<<< Distance and Ascent >>>

Starting from Neels Gap in the south to Hogpen Gap. The out and back round trip is 16 miles on AT with 4,547 feet elevation gain. These measurements are provided by AllTrails. Our total distance for the day is 16.1 miles

<<< Itinerary >>>

We’ll meet and start from Byron Reece parking lot. We’ll take US-19 to go about 0.5 miles to Neels Gap.

We’ll start our AT (Appalachian Trail) trekking from Neels Gap following NoBo (North Bound) to Levelland Mt. at 1.5 miles; Cowrock Mt. at 5 miles; Tesnatee Gap next to GA-348 at 5.8 miles; and then Hogpen Gap around mile 8. We’ll then retrace our steps to go back to our cars.

We’ll take short breaks and lunch break at those scenic spots.

<<< Important Notes >>>

Our duration time is an estimate, so please have some flexibility.

Please only register if you are comfortable hiking at a pace of 2.5 mph in the remote mountains environment, and have recent D5 experience.

Byron Reece trailhead parking,

Byron Reece Memorial Trail, Blairsville, GA 30512

Note: The following is just one of many different ways to go.

Take GA-400 N to its end.

Turn left onto US-19 N for 5.1 miles to Dahlonega.

Turn right and follow US-19 N for 22 miles to reach destination.

Note: Parking lot is on the left about 0.5 miles after passing Neels Gap general store building and parking lot.

 Please note there is no carpool for this event.

1. This event may be cancelled or rescheduled if weather conditions are not satisfactory for an enjoyable outing.

2. Itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the trip leader.