Hitchiti Nature Trail
The Hitchiti Nature Trail follows Little Falling Creek to the Ocmulgee River.
It features hardwood and pine forests and some granite outcroppings. 2.5 miles moderate difficulty.
The trail is part of the Brender Demonstration Forest, south of the Piedmont National Wildlife Refuge, and is managed jointly by the Oconee National Forest and the Georgia Forestry Commission.
Access
The Hitchiti Trail is about 0.5 miles south of the Jarrell Plantation State Historic Site. From Interstate 75, take either the Juliette or Georgia Route 18 exits east and follow the signs toward Jarrell Plantation. Parking is the opposite side of the road from the trailhead.
Coordinates
The trailhead is approximately
Latitude 33° 02' 06'' N,
Longitude 083° 42' 31'' W
Caution: Hunting is 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
Brender Demonstration Forest
(478) 986-3914
References
Most of the information is from the brochure:
Hitchiti Nature Trail
Forest Manager, Brender Demonstration Forest
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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
Hitchiti Trail was last spot checked October 2010.
Last edited: 19 Feb 2012.