Springer Mountain is a mountain located in the Chattahoochee National Forest on the border of Fannin and Gilmer counties.
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10 Facts About Springer Mountain
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Springer Mountain serves as the southern terminus for the Appalachian and Benton MacKaye trails.
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Springer Mountain is a north–south-trending loaf-shaped mountain located on the border of Gilmer and Fannin counties.
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Springer Mountain is part of the Blue Ridge Mountains that extend from Georgia to Pennsylvania.
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Springer Mountain is located inside the Chattahoochee National Forest, as well as the Ed Jenkins National Recreation Area.
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Springer Mountain is located about 17 miles east of Ellijay, 14 miles northwest of Dahlonega and 11 miles southwest of Suches.
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Springer Mountain was considered to be less dramatic than Mount Oglethorpe, but because of its remoteness, Springer Mountain was considered to be less susceptible to development.
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One way to climb Springer Mountain is from a parking lot on Forest Service Road 42, located 0.
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At the peak of Springer Mountain is a bronze plaque with the Appalachian Trail logo, a register for hikers to sign, and a benchmark.
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Springer Mountain is home to the southern terminus of the Benton MacKaye Trail.
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