Bartram Trail

An epic long-distance hike through the Appalachian Mountains in North Georgia and North Carolina.

Also in North Carolina, United States of America • South Carolina, United States of America

Hiking Difficult

Distance: 170 km
Ascent: 6.7 km
Descent: 5.6 km
Duration: 1 day +

Low Point: 454 m
High Point: 1.6 km
Gradient: 9˚

The Bartram Trail is an epic long-distance backpacking (or fastpacking) route through the Appalachian Mountains of North Georgia and North Carolina. If you're not feeling up for a thru-hike, many sections of this trail can be used for day hikes or trail runs.

Description

While some short sections of this trail overlap the famous Appalachian Trail, the vast majority of the Bartram Trail is unique. It traverses through the far northeastern corner of North Georgia before crossing the state border into North Carolina, working its way northwest.

This trail is beautiful, rugged, and remote, providing a superb Appalachian hiking experience!

Sources: https://blueridgebartram.org/ https://www.thehikinglife.com/2017/01/bartram-trail-backpacking-guide/

Difficulty

Difficult

Hiking trails where obstacles such as rocks or roots are prevalent. Some obstacles can require care to step over or around. At times, the trail can be worn and eroded. The grade of the trail is generally quite steep, and can often lead to strenuous hiking.