Black Rock Mountain

Black Rock Mountain SP https://gastateparks.org/BlackRockMountain https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Black_Rock_Mountain_State_Park Black Rock Mountain State Park located west of Mountain City in Rabun County, in the Blue Ridge Mountains in Georgia. It is named after its sheer cliffs of dark-colored biotite gneiss. Astride the Eastern Continental Divide at an elevation of 3,640 feet (1,110 m), the park provides many scenic overlooks and 80-mile (130 km) vistas of the southern Appalachian Mountains. On a clear day, four states are visible: Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

Black Rock Mountain State Park Trail Map Ro ad Black Rock Lake Trail Creek Ridge Site #4 Ed t as lE Elev. 2241 d. tn. R rai sT F Laurel Ridge Site #3 Lookoff Mountain Site #2 Lookoff Mountain Park Boundary Marsen Knob Elev. 3205 t. sS Cr os From Black Rock Mountain: Dillard 4 mi Scaly Mtn., NC 10 mi Franklin, NC 20 mi Highlands, NC 18 mi Cherokee, NC 50 mi Gatlinburg, TN 80 mi 441 Road leading to the park. Park Boundary Park Boundary Pioneer Camping Area RV & Tent Camping Park Visitor Center Picnic Shelter Playground 2011 From Black Rock Mountain: Clayton 3 mi Chattooga River 12 mi Tallulah Gorge 15 mi Hiawassee 31 mi Helen 37 mi Atlanta 105 mi 441 Elev. 2165 Mountain City . Pkwy. ock Mtn Eastern Continental Divide Black R 441 nA ve. Elev. 3162 st We Backcountry Trail T Edmond s James E. Edmonds Camping by Permit Only ds on Ed m 3048 Down Home Lane Symbols Cottages Overlook Picnic Area Forest Management Road Gravel Road Paved Road . Rd ton lay Forest Mgmt. Rd. Foxfire Trail Foxfire Lane Foxfire Museum & Heritage Center Lookoff Mtn. Dr. Elev. 3048 Scruggs Knob Elev. 2607 Cow Lan ee e Taylor Gap Taylor's Chapel Road PARK GATE Cross St. Nantahala Overlook Private Property (Opens 7 am-10 pm) Park Boundary Ada-hi Falls Trail Trading Post & Mellinger Center Hickory Cove Walk-In Tent ve ry Co Camping Area HickoLane Norma Campbell Cove Trail Ada-hi Falls Trail / .25-mile one-way Springhouse/Ada-hi Falls Trail / .6-mile one-way Visitor Center Connector Trail / .25-mile one-way Camping by Permit Only James E. Edmonds Backcountry Trail / 7.2-mile loop Black Rock Lake Trail / .85-mile loop Park Boundary n mo ny M rma e N. G o nd Edm Fern Cove Site #1 James E. Edmonds Backcountry Trail Camping by Permit Only Cowee Overlook Blue Ridge Overlook Springhouse/Ada-hi Falls Trail Elev. 3446 Black Rock Overlook LEGEND Tr ail E as t Fo rk k Fo r Tennessee Rock Trail / 2.2-mile loop Hiking Trails rai l Norma Campbell Cove Trail / 0.1 mile nso Joh N. Taylor's Ch ape l Tennessee Rock Trail Tennessee Rock Overlook Private Property or k 3085 Black Rock Mountain Parkway • Mountain City, Georgia 30562 • Park: 706-746-2141 • Emergency: 706-746-2818 • Reservations: 1-800-864-7275 lley Cottages 1 - 10 Park Boundary 1/2 mile Camp Tsatu-gi t Fork Trail W es ds GeorgiaStateParks.org rk Va Elev. 3640 Black Rock Mtn. Rd. 1/4 mile undary fo Wolf Pioneer Eastern Continental Divide Wolffork Road To Germany Valley 0 Park Bo Since trails may be closed for maintenance or inclement weather, check with the rangers at the Park Visitor Center to ensure availability. SCALE y. y Criminal trespass charges and search & rescue costs can be charged to parties guilty of negligence or failure to get user permits. C /Old N. Main St. kw .P Mtn ck Ro ck Bla dar oun kB Par James E. Edmonds Trail (Backcountry) Lookoff Mountain (Elevation: 3162 ft.) 3200 Black Rock Mountain State Park, named for its sheer cliffs of dark-colored biotite gneiss, encompasses some of the most outstanding country in Georgia’s Blue Ridge Mountains. Located astride the Eastern Continental Divide at an altitude of 3,640 feet, Black Rock Mountain is the highest state park in Georgia. Numberous scenic overlooks provide spectacular 80-mile vistas of the Southern Appalachians, and several hiking trails lead visitors past colorful wildflowers, sparkling streams, small waterfalls and lush forests. TRAIL SAFETY & ETIQUETTE • Tell someone your itinerary and expected return time. • Be prepared for unexpected weather changes by dressing in layers and carrying rain gear. Unexpected rain and wind can lead to hypothermia. Always carry quality rain gear and turn back in bad weather. If you become wet or cold, it is important to get dry and warm as quickly as possible. • Dress in layers and avoid cotton. Luckily, today’s hikers can choose from numerous fabrics that wick moisture, dry quickly or conserve heat. Many experienced hikers wear a lightweight shirt that wicks moisture, while carrying a fleece pullover and rain jacket. • Take a map, water, snacks, first aid kit, flashlight and whistle. Three short blasts on a whistle are known as a call for help. • Do not stray from trails. If you become lost, stay in one location and wait for help. This will make it easier for rescuers to find you. Don’t count on cell phones to work in the wilderness, but if they do, be able to give details about your location. • Invest in good hiking socks such as those found at sporting goods stores. Avoid blisters by carrying “moleskin” and applying it as soon as you feel a hot spot on your feet. Available in the foot care section of drug stores, moleskin is like felt that sticks to your skin. • Pack out all trash. • Keep pets on a leash. • Do not pick flowers or disturb wildlife. • Protect the landscape by staying on trails. Do not short-cut switchbacks. This practice is dangerous and can create

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