Burgess Mountain Trail, Oconee National Forest
At 645 feet, this is not much of a mountain, but the 0.2 mile trail
leads to the highest point in Oconee National Forest. Since the trees
are mostly hardwoods, the view is best in the winter. The trail
continues past the summit, but is not well marked.
Another trail starts at the trailhead. It is an old road, FS1102A,
and it goes through mixed pine and hardwood forest. It goes about 0.4
miles and stops at a power line right-of-way.
Access
Burgess Mountain is in the Oconee National Forest. From downtown Eatonton, take Marion Street (Georgia Route 16) west 0.7
miles. Turn right on Oak Way and go 4.6 miles. Oak Way will become the Godfrey Highway (county road 213). Turn left on Forest Service Road 1120 and go 1.5 miles to the trailhead.
Coordinates
approximately Latitude 33° 20' 55'' N,
Longitude 083° 27' 00'' W
Note: Like all National Forests, hiking and camping are allowed anywhere except where specifically prohibited. However, many parcels of land in the area are not part of the National Forest. Please respect the private landowners' rights.
Caution: Hunting is also allowed anywhere in the National Forest, except where specifically prohibited. We recommend you stay away from active hunting areas, unless you are familiar with the hazards and appropriate precautions. Hunting is prohibited in certain popular recreation areas. Also, the whole National Forest is free of hunting certain parts of the year. Contact the ranger station for details.
Point of Contact
Oconee Ranger Station
References
See Oconee National Forest page.
This page is just a starting point. Once you decide which sites you might visit, we strongly recommend you contact the owner or manager for the latest information on features, access, and safety.
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David Farrier, farrier@iglou.com
Burgess Mountain trail was last spot checked February 2004.
Last edited 2 November 2005.