Gold Mine (willis Knob) (FR 157) in GA -- Free Camping & Overnight Parking in Georgia
Gold Mine (willis Knob) (FR 157) in GA
A 7.1-mile stretch of gravel National Forest road in Rabun County, GA.
Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests allows dispersed camping here -- 14-day limit in any 30 days.
All 7.1 miles in are maintained for passenger cars. Gravel the whole way in (7.1 miles). Climbs 980 ft over 7.1 miles -- sustained grades near 12%, with pitches to 29%. Stretches run along a shelf with a drop of up to ~100 ft on the downhill side. Winds through 13 switchbacks. A gate 3.3 miles in.
Oakey Top stands 769 ft above the site, 1.0 miles southeast. A body of water lies 0.5 mi off. The nearest town, Highlands, is 9.0 mi off.
September normals 59–79°F, 5.8″ rain. Monthly averages, PRISM 1991–2020.
Set by Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests. Stage 1 and 2 orders change within days -- check the current order before you build a fire.
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