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Brasstown Bald, located in North Georgia, is one of the most beautiful places I have ever been to. My husband and I had the opportunity to visit this remarkable place while on a weekend get-a-away a few weeks ago. We weren’t sure what we were in for, but I think it was more than we could have imagined.
Brasstown Bald is the tallest mountain in Georgia, rising 4,784 feet above sea level. At the park, they have several hiking trails, including one that goes straight to the summit (from the parking lot). This is the trail that my husband and I hiked to get to the top. We have done a lot of hiking, but I am pretty sure this is the steepest trail we have ever been on… whew. It was definitely worth it, though. If you are unable to hike, there is also a shuttle that can drive you to the observation deck at the top of the mountain!
Once you are at the top of the mountain, it is breath taking. From the observation deck you can see other parts of Georgia, Tennessee, North, and South Carolina if it is a clear day. There were small maps all around the observation deck that showed what you were looking at. I thought this was a great touch because it really put into perspective how far out you were able to see.
There was a short video that talked about Brasstown Bald. The video talked about the different seasons and how the mountain and its’ environment are impacted during each season. It also discussed how the weather can be more extreme on the mountain, and that the extreme weather is what has been sculpting the mountain for thousands of years. It gave a good overview of the mountain’s history and what the mountain endures throughout the year.
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There is also a small museum with informational displays of different wildlife & plants that inhabit the mountain. It also included information about the mountain’s history which included the Indians, what the mountain meant to them, and what the cultural significance of the mountain was to them.
One thing that really blew our minds was the temperature difference! At the time we visited, there was a heat wave going on in Georgia. When we got to the top of the mountain, it was about 10 degrees cooler than what we were experiencing at home!
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If you are looking for an idea for a trip with a beautiful view, some hiking, and a little bit of history then I highly recommend visiting Brasstown Bald! It was nothing short of what I hoped for and I am so glad that I got to mark it off of my Georgia bucket list!
Have you ever been here? I would love to hear about your trip! Drop a comment below to tell me how it was. Also, don’t forget to follow me on social media!
Until next time,
Catherine
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