Post by albaugh1976 on Jan 30, 2005 18:48:42 GMT -5
Below is an article taken from georgiamagazine.com/
Blood Mountain
Written By David Cook
Blood Mountain is located near the Union/Lumpkin county line in Northeast Georgia. It is the highest point on the Georgia section of the Appalachian Trail at 4,458 feet, and offers some incredible views of the surrounding region. The mountain's name comes from an interesting Indian legend.
It has been said that long ago there was a great battle between the Cherokee and Creek Nations on this mountain. According to the legend so many warriors died in the battle that their blood ran down the sides of the mountain and into the rivers turning everything red. It is easy to see from that legend alone how the mountain got its unique name. The Cherokee also thought that Blood Mountain was home to the Nunnehi. The Nunnehi were a spirit people that watched over hunters and people hiking through the region.
Blood Mountain is in a prime area for the outdoor enthusiast. Probably the two most popular options are Vogel State Park, and to hike from Neels Gap to Blood Mountain. The hike to Blood Mountain is a relatively short (about two miles one way), but steep one. However, once you reach the top you will be rewarded with incredible views of the mountains and lakes that surround Blood Mountain. Vogel State Park has been described as one of the most beautiful parks in the state, and offers hiking, swimming, fishing, camping, and playgrounds.
Directions:
If you want to view Blood Mountain while you drive your best bet will be to take either Highway 180 or Highway 19. If you are driving South from Blairsville you will follow Highway 19 until right before Vogel State Park. Highway 180 branches off to the right from Highway 19 at that point. If you choose to stay on Highway 19 you will pass by the Eastern side of the mountain, while if you take Highway 180 you will drive by the Northern and Western sides of the mountain. If you would rather hike to Blood Mountain park your car at the Bryon Reece Trail right off of Highway 19. The parking area is about a half mile North of the Walasi-Yi Center. You will follow the Reece Access Trail until it connects with the Appalachian Trail. When the trails connect turn right onto the Appalachian Trail and follow the white blazes to the top of Blood Mountain.
Blood Mountain
Written By David Cook
Blood Mountain is located near the Union/Lumpkin county line in Northeast Georgia. It is the highest point on the Georgia section of the Appalachian Trail at 4,458 feet, and offers some incredible views of the surrounding region. The mountain's name comes from an interesting Indian legend.
It has been said that long ago there was a great battle between the Cherokee and Creek Nations on this mountain. According to the legend so many warriors died in the battle that their blood ran down the sides of the mountain and into the rivers turning everything red. It is easy to see from that legend alone how the mountain got its unique name. The Cherokee also thought that Blood Mountain was home to the Nunnehi. The Nunnehi were a spirit people that watched over hunters and people hiking through the region.
Blood Mountain is in a prime area for the outdoor enthusiast. Probably the two most popular options are Vogel State Park, and to hike from Neels Gap to Blood Mountain. The hike to Blood Mountain is a relatively short (about two miles one way), but steep one. However, once you reach the top you will be rewarded with incredible views of the mountains and lakes that surround Blood Mountain. Vogel State Park has been described as one of the most beautiful parks in the state, and offers hiking, swimming, fishing, camping, and playgrounds.
Directions:
If you want to view Blood Mountain while you drive your best bet will be to take either Highway 180 or Highway 19. If you are driving South from Blairsville you will follow Highway 19 until right before Vogel State Park. Highway 180 branches off to the right from Highway 19 at that point. If you choose to stay on Highway 19 you will pass by the Eastern side of the mountain, while if you take Highway 180 you will drive by the Northern and Western sides of the mountain. If you would rather hike to Blood Mountain park your car at the Bryon Reece Trail right off of Highway 19. The parking area is about a half mile North of the Walasi-Yi Center. You will follow the Reece Access Trail until it connects with the Appalachian Trail. When the trails connect turn right onto the Appalachian Trail and follow the white blazes to the top of Blood Mountain.