November 13, 2007
Bartram Trail - Pinnacle Knob, GA
Today's hike was on the Bartram Trail in Rabun County, GA from Warwoman Dell to Pinnacle Knob and back
Trail information
A beautiful portion of the Bartram Trail that offers two nice waterfalls, a beautiful forest of Oak, Hickory, Fraser Magnolia, White Pine, Eastern Hemlock, Sourwood, and Black Locust, among others. The trail also offers a side excursion onto the Pinnacle Knob trail up to a great rock face overlooking the mountains north of Clayton, GA
Directions
Take Highway 884 East (Warwoman Road) from Clayton, GA for 5 miles or so and look for the Warwoman Dell sign on the right and turn right and park in the first parking area. Walk a short distance up the road and you will see the trail leading to the right. Follow the yellow trail markers. Another great day for a hike! Hiking distance - 7.8 miles Difficulty - moderate due to elevation change. WILD
Conditions
Partly cloudy, and breezy with temperatures ranging from the low 50's to upper 60's.
Hikers (14)
- Karen Brown
- Phil Brownrigg
- Bill Hunt
- Jack Jacobi
- Dick Metzgar
- Wanda Miller
- Wayne Miller
- Bob Presley
- Donna Presley
- Tony Presley
- Vic Robson
- Dan Ross
- David Whitaker
- Geri Whitaker
Flowers in bloom
Phlox and Witch Hazel
Birds identified
Pileated Woodpecker, Turkey Vulture, Grouse, Crow, Raven
Photos (15)
Sign at Warwoman Dell. Crossing the foot-bridge at Becky Branch. Becky Branch Falls. Another colorful day! . The bridge and viewing platform at Martin Creek Falls. Martin Creek Falls. Very reduced flow due to severe drought. (still nice!) Arriving at Pinnacle Knob! Great Views! More.... Looking down from Pinnacle! Another view Sun peaking through the clouds! Lunchtime on Pinnacle Mountain. Color display The OFHC gang for today's hike. (l-r front) David Whitaker, Geri Whitaker, Wanda Miller, Bob Presley, Tony Presley. (standing l-r) Jack Jacobi, Dan Ross, Bill Hunt, Wayne Miller, Phil Brownrigg, Donna Presley, Dick Metzgar, Karen Brown, Vic Robson.