of Natural Resources. So many places to relax or swim with two major jumping cliffs. There are water features throughout the trail, which leads to an observation deck for viewing Beech Bottom Falls (AKA Pinnacle Falls). Would be a very muddy and slippery trail if went after recent rain. Great trail with lots of tree cover throughout the whole hike so you don’t get too hot! No vehicle can make it across as it is roughly a 6 foot across by 6 foot deep cut across the entire road. definitely will be back. You can still hike it though. The Beech Bottom trail starts at the Beech Bottom trailhead, and continues with mild to medium elevation change for the entire 4.5 miles to the falls. Trail had a flew blowovers but easy to navigate. Absolutely epic - probably my favorite waterfall in the south. From the Jacks River trail head, take FS 221 in Tennessee (FS 16 in Georgia) 1 mile to FS 62. South Carolina Dept. This trail has multiple river crossings, also so make sure to pack a dry bag to keep your electronics safe and maybe a change of clothes in case you get soaking wet. Camping has been banned in the Beech Bottom/Jacks River Falls area from April 1st to October 31st for over a decade now due to the ecological damage caused by campers. Large payout with this amazing waterfall. of Natural Resources | 1344 Cleo Chapman Highway, Sunset, SC 29685 | (864) 838-0281 | Email. The falls are their highest after sustained winter rains or spring rains. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/georgia/jacks-river-trail--2 I imagine in the winter with the absence of foliage, there would be some better mountain views. We did run into more blown down trees than normal, but that's expected with some of the recent storms we've had! In warm weather, it is one of the more popular outdoor swimming spots in North Georgia. The trail itself is about a mile-long, and is considered moderately difficult. Never made it to the observation deck because only had a small balance beam to go across some very slippery rocks. (Note that FS 51 branches to the right just after crossing the river. By subscribing I agree to the terms A small car can easily navigate them by going slow. FS51 goes right and FS16 continues straight and to the left. It has several spots where you can see out over the Jacks River valley and is a highly recommended trail. Turn on to see image gallery and comments. But jumping in the waterfall makes it worth it. Beech Bottom Trail is a 9.1 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Old Fort, Tennessee that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. There is a 8 ft wide, 8 ft deep section completely gone, exposing a culvert below. We chose Beech Bottom Trail because it is the driest. Bring something to swim in! Make sure you’re in good hiking shape and have packed all the necessary gear because the Jacks River Trail extends about nine miles one way or 18 miles round-trip. feels like the trail goes forever!! The pyramid shape of the top of Big Frog Mountain which Hemp Top Trail traverses is a common sight from many trails in the Cohutta Wilderness, especially during the winter. THE SCENE There are several trails that lead to Jack's River Falls. Turn right and continue 4.5 miles to a parking lot at trail head. The trail descends slightly and to the right traveling south now into an old camping area and crosses Beech Creek at mile 3.5. After parking, travel north on an old roadbed/gravel road until you see the first footbridge that crosses Abner Creek (you will also pass by “This Bat Roost”) where the trail begins. No cell service here. We'll send you our newsletter with travel destinations, deals, and more! On the way up to the Sassafras Mountain observation tower — traveling on F. Van Clayton Memorial Highway — don’t miss the superb Beech Bottom Falls Trail sign and parking area on the left! water temp is def cold but feels nice on your muscles after the trek, and on even a milidly warm day you don't feel the cold after the initial shock. It’s about 2.5 hours from Atlanta and part of the Cohutta Wilderness trail system that has nearly 100 total trails!