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Georgia
15.4 mi
Distance
3,112 ft
Gain
5h 55m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Cherokee National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Iron Mountain
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Iron Mountain is a challenging 15.38-mile out-and-back trail in Georgia that rewards hikers with significant elevation gain and mountain scenery. This remote trail takes you deep into the Georgia highlands, offering solitude and rugged terrain typical of the state's higher elevations. The return via the same path allows you to experience the landscape from both directions.
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