Beasley Knob

Located just east of Blairsville, in the Chattahoochee National Forest of north Georgia, Nicholson Gap is one of the main trails into the heart of the infamous Beasley Knob OHV Trail System. This narrow, single-lane trail will get the blood pumping like an amusement park ride as you twist and turn through the dense foliage, climb up and down steep grades, and sling bright orange Georgia mud down the sides of your vehicle. Combine this trail with several others in the network to fully complete the only Jeep Badge of Honor in the state of Georgia.

Situated in the Chattahoochee National Forest of north Georgia, 93A is the simplest and easiest road within the Beasley Knob OHV Trail System. Known simply as "Access," this trail leads to several of the most intense Beasley Knob trails. It offers a few great camping opportunities that are sometimes used as impromptu camps after a long, eventful day tackling other trails in the network. Come explore for a day or a weekend, but combine this trail with several others in the network to complete the only Jeep Badge of Honor trail in Georgia.

Located a few miles east of Blairsville, in the Chattahoochee National Forest, Bridge Gap is a mid-level trail within the infamous Beasley Knob OHV Trail System. This trail will have you white-knuckling the steering wheel as you descend steep grades, maneuver through intense rock gardens, and pray you find a pull-out before meeting oncoming traffic. Whether you come for the rocks, the Jeep Badge of Honor designation, or just good off-road fun in the forests of north Georgia, Bridge Gap is a must-do trail.

Located in the Chattahoochee National Forest, Nelson Cove is one of the more difficult trails within the Beasley Knob OHV Trail System. Deep trenches, steep climbs, and sticky mud holes await those brave enough to attempt the drive. Spinning tires and roaring engines will leave mud splattered across windows like abstract art. With perseverance, determination, and in some cases, a little luck, you can conquer this trail and proudly earn a portion of the Badge of Honor designation. Combine trail 93G with several others in the network to fully complete the Jeep Badge of Honor.

Rightfully earning the designation as the most challenging trail within the Beasley Knob OHV Trail System, Blue Rock Mountain is a legendary trail with a fearsome reputation for holding hostage any mortal who dares cross its sacred domain. If spending multiple hours traveling half a mile up treacherous terrain sounds like an acceptable challenge, 93B is the trail of your dreams or can easily become your nightmare. This Jeep Badge of Honor trail will not go gently into the night, but rest assured, conquering Blue Rock Mountain will leave you feeling like you just conquered Mount Everest.

Old Satterfield Road is an easy dirt road topped with crushed rock and used to access the western trailhead of the Chattahoochee National Forest's Beasley Knob OHV Trail System. The road is 1.5-2 vehicles wide and travels just over a half mile before ending at the Satterfield Trailhead, a large parking area. This trailhead has two vault toilets and is scheduled for additional improvements, including picnic tables. The road is suitable for any passenger vehicle, including trucks and trailers. A gate near the beginning of the road is seasonally closed from January until Mid-March and is also subject to closure during periods of wet weather.

For the most current, up-to-date gate information, call the Blue Ridge Ranger District Office, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, at 706 745-6928.

Rosemary Drive is an easy dirt road topped with crushed rock and used to access the northern Blue Rock Trailhead of the Beasley Knob OHV Trail System. The narrow road, at only a single lane in width, winds through the thick forest for 1.2 miles, ending at a large parking area with a raised OHV loading ramp. This road is suitable for any passenger vehicle. However, due to the narrowness and endless blind corners, trucks towing trailers would find a more convenient access point from the western trailhead off Old Satterfield Road, FS-851. Be aware that the road passes several private drives, and users should always abide by posted signage. A gate along this road is seasonally closed from January until Mid-March and is also subject to closure during periods of wet weather.

For the most current, up-to-date gate information, users should call the Blue Ridge Ranger District Office, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, at 706 745-6928.

93F is a hill climb trail within the Beasley Knob OHV Trail System. This short and steep climb connects 93D to 93C along the western edge of Jones Knob. The trail is mainly packed clay peppered with softball and dinner plate-sized rocks. Deep ruts the entire trail length require larger tires to avoid dragging differentials. The trail is one vehicle wide the whole length, with one cut-in water bar that could be used to pass oncoming traffic. This pull-out is only large enough to accommodate one or two vehicles, so be sure to scout for oncoming traffic before attempting the trail in either direction. The preferred direction of travel is uphill, driving south to north. This trail is best suited for modified vehicles with larger tires. Traction aid devices such as lockers will come in handy during wet conditions.

This trail is seasonally closed from January until Mid-March and is also subject to closure during periods of wet weather.

For the most current, up-to-date gate information, call the Blue Ridge Ranger District Office, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, at 706-745-6928.

93E, as the Forest Service name suggests, is a hill climb trail within the Beasley Knob OHV Trail System. This short climb connects 93D to 93C along the northern edge of Jones Knob. The trail is mainly packed clay with sporadic, fist-sized rocks. The climb is steep but relatively smooth, making for extremely slick conditions if moisture is present. The trail is two-way but only wide enough for one vehicle. Be sure to scout for oncoming traffic before attempting the trail in either direction. The preferred direction of travel is uphill, driving east to west. This trail is suitable for any high clearance 4x4.

This trail is seasonally closed from January until Mid-March and is also subject to closure during periods of wet weather.

For the most current, up-to-date gate information, call the Blue Ridge Ranger District Office, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, at 706-745-6928.