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Off Road Vehicle (ORV) enthusiasts can find plenty of opportunities on Georgia's two National Forests to practice their rigorous sport. The Chattahoochee National Forest located in North Georgia, and the Oconee National Forest located in Central Georgia, are popular with individuals and family groups wanting a scenic and often challenging ride within the National Forest. The trails that are located within minutes are as follows:

Beasley Knob ORV Trails - 10.8 miles, Closed January 1 through March 31.
SUITABLE FOR - Four-wheel drive vehicles, ATV's and motorcycles.
Many of the trails within this area are classed as difficult to most difficult. This area is recommended for experienced riders only.
DIRECTIONS - There are two parking areas from which to enter the ORV area. Beginning on US 76/APD Hwy. 515 in front of the Blairsville Post Office, go east for 0.7 mile. Turn right onto Windy Hill Road, a paved road. At 0.7 mile when Windy Hill curves sharply to the left, go straight onto a gravel road. After 0.1 mile, turn left onto a narrow gravel road, Forest Service Road #851. Continue on this 0.8 mile to the ORV Area parking lot. A second way of reaching this SAME parking lot is: From US 76/APD Hwy. 515 in front of the Blairsville Post Office, go east for 1.5 miles. Turn right onto Windy Hill Road, a paved road. Go 0.5 mile and turn left onto a gravel road when Windy Hill Road curves sharply to the right. After 0.1 mile, turn left onto Forest Service Road #851, a narrow gravel road. Continue on this road 0.8 mile to the ORV area parking lot. Beginning on US 76/APD Hwy. 515 in front of the Blairsville Post Office, go east for 3.4 miles. Turn right just before two large propane tanks onto Rosemary Lane, which is also Forest Service Road #93. At the first fork, go left. At the second fork go right. Follow the road to the parking lot at the end, a total of 1.6 miles.

Davenport ATV Trail - 5 miles, Closed January 1 through March 31.
SUITABLE FOR - ATV's and motorcycles
Riders must stay on the ATV trail; cross-country riding or riding on the main road are not allowed. This trail has an EASY section, which is recommended for young or inexperienced riders. There are also sections marked as MORE DIFFICULT and MOST DIFFICULT. Maps are available at the District office.
DIRECTIONS: Beginning at the traffic light at the intersection of U.S. 76/APD Hwy 515 and U.S. 19/129, go west on U.S. 76/APD Hwy 515 for 7.0 miles. Turn right onto GA 325 and go 2.3 miles to the STOP sign. Turn left, still on GA 325, and go 2.5 miles until you see a Christmas tree farm on the right. Go another 0.3 miles and turn right onto Davenport Mountain Road. At the foot of the hill, turn right onto Forest Service Road #143. Follow the gravel road 1.1 miles to the parking lot on your right. The ATV trail begins at the back end of the parking lot.
FOR MORE INFORMATION - Contact Brasstown Ranger District, APD Hwy 515 W, P.O. Box 9, Blairsville, Georgia 30512, or call (706) 745-6928 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday - Friday.