The AT at Dicks Creek Gap,
Appalachian Trail Map 006

Map center is 8.6 miles from Hiawassee, Georgia (GA)
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AT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Appalachian AT at Dicks Creek Gap

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

AT Map 006 (NOBO): On this map the Appalachian Trail crosses Highway 76 at Dicks Creek Gap. The trail follows the Towns-Rabun county line to the north where it crosses Charlies Creek Road at Blue Ridge Gap. There is car parking at Blue Ridge Gap and Dicks Creek Gap.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the AT?
The length of this section of the AT is 14.1 miles (22.6 km) or 31,541 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
14.1 mi2,687 ft4,147 ft1,460 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
7.0 hrs3,188 ft3,524 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
7.3 hrs3,524 ft3,188 ftVS
Data Accuracy
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Data Reliability
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Calories

The following chart shows the total calories that you may expend on the trail while hiking in both directions. The chart is based on data derived from a statistical model of energy expenditure that relates gross weight, typical speed and trail topography.

Topo Maps

Download the PDF Dicks Creek Gap topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.

Adjoining 7.5' Quadrangle Legend

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  1. Northwest Topo Map: Hiawassee, GA
  2. North Topo Map: Macedonia, GA
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Hightower Bald, GA
  4. West Topo Map: Jacks Gap, GA
  5. Topo Map: Tray Mountain, GA
  6. East Topo Map: Lake Burton, GA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Cowrock, GA
  8. South Topo Map: Helen, GA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Clarkesville NE, GA

Warnings

Prevent tick bites: Treat clothing and gear, such as boots, pants, socks and tents with products containing 0.5% permethrin. (cdc.gov)

  1. Length is the total distance of the trail section. The distance between two red diamonds is one mile.
  2. Min Ele is the minimum elevation on the trail section.
  3. Max Ele is the maximum elevation on the trail section.
  4. Range is the difference between maximum and minimum elevation.
  5. Time is the typical total time required to hike the trail.
  6. Gain (cumulative elevation gain) is the sum of every gain in elevation.
  7. Loss (cumulative elevation loss) is the sum of every loss in elevation.
  8. E = Easiest, M = Moderate, MS = Moderately Strenuous, S = Strenuous, VS = Very Strenuous.