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Georgia
3.0 mi
Distance
2,593 ft
Gain
1h 11m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
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Why you'll love it
Rabun Bald
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Rabun Bald offers a rewarding out-and-back hike to one of Georgia's scenic high-elevation destinations. This trail climbs steadily through forest terrain to reach the bald's open summit, where hikers are rewarded with expansive 360-degree views across the southern Appalachian region. The relatively short distance makes it accessible while still providing a genuine mountain experience.
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