Appalachian Trail Day!

A Day in the Life…..of the Appalachian Trail

As morning rises with the sun, the 2,190 mile long Appalachian Trail community wakes up to crisp mountain air and fog rising from the valleys like a hot cup of coffee. The Appalachian Trail, wandering through the mountains from Georgia to Maine, is more than just a trail, it's a connector of ecosystems and cultures that unites us all.

Adventure on up to Brasstown Bald Visitor Center & Recreation Area for a day of AT fun and discovery! Mountain lovers, never-been-hiking-hikers, day hikers, and long haul trekkers, we come together to support getting outside and discovering. All ages, and walks of life welcome for a day of community celebration! Bring your pic-nic!

Activity Schedule:
10:00 a.m. Walk or ride up to the Observation Deck. In 0.6 mile, visit the mini-AT. Whether you walk up the paved trail or walk down from the top, you will see banners from each of the 14 states that the AT passes thru on its 2190 mile journey from Georgia to Maine.

10:30 – 11:30 a.m. Visit the Mountain Top Theater and see the film Trail Magic: Grandma Gatewood Story. Gripping and inspirational, this Emmy nominated “Best Historical Documentary” will have two special showings in our Mountain Top Theater. With no real equipment and no real experience, the spirit of the first woman to hike the AT back in the 1950’s lives on! Arrive early for a seat. Produced by arrangement with EdenValleyEnterprises.org

On the hour from 11am – 3p.m. See traditional crosscut saw demonstrations at AT Village.

1 – 3 p.m. Listen to Old Time Music at the AT Village

On the half hour 12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Hear AT hiker tales and learn Leave No Trace Principles in the Mountain Top Theater.

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. See events along the mini-AT including a children’s scavenger hunt, demonstration of trail maintenance, hanging a bear bag, and visit a typical AT camp-site. 

***Free Day-Long Event with park entry of $5 per adult, 15 & under are free. America the Beautiful pass is accepted.***

Brasstown Bald Recreation Area & Visitors Center is a proud AT Communities member. The Appalachian Trail is one of 11 National Scenic Trails and Chattahoochee National Forest is home to all 79 miles of the AT in Georgia.

Georgia Appalachian Trail Club manages, maintains, and protects the Appalachian National Scenic Trail in Georgia with volunteers from its membership and the interested public. It also promotes the appreciation of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail and natural outdoor places through education and recreational activities, with an emphasis on conservation ethics and protection of the forests, their natural resources and wilderness areas.