Beasley Knob OHV Trail System
The Beasley Knob OHV Trail System is a challenging trail system located off of U.S. Highway 76 in Union County, GA. It is conveniently located two miles east of the town of Blairsville and can be accessed by two trailheads. The system provides approximately 13.4 miles of recreational driving for OHV enthusiasts , including those riding four-wheel drive vehicles, motorcycles and ATVs. The system is made up of interconnecting dirt trails, rock hill climbs and gravel roads through the Chattahoochee National Forest. It is recommended for experienced riders, only, due to its challenging terrain and steep ascents. Please, no bolted, studded or tire chains allowed. The Beasley Knob Trails are open from sunrise to sunset.
General Information
Blue Ridge Motor Vehicle Use Map
Avenza App for Offline Map Use - Apple / Android
Open sunrise to sunset. Closed during night time hours.
No nighttime riding.
1-Day Pass: $5/operator/day
Purchase a day pass at one of the following locations:
Daily passes are available digitally by going to Recreation.gov/activitypass/Beasley-knob-ohv
Blue Ridge Ranger District Office (Please call to verify we have passes)
2042 Highway 515 West, Blairsville, GA 30512 (M-F, 8:00a - 4:30p) - (706) 745-6928
OHV Annual Pass: $50/operator/year
Obtain at any Forest Service Office or at Recreation.gov/activitypass/Beasley-knob-ohv. Annual Passes are valid for Houston Valley, Whissenhunt, Beasley Knob, Town Creek, Oakey Mountain, and Davenport OHV Trails. You must purchase and print the annual pass ahead of time and display in your tow vehicle.
Address: 2042 Highway 515 West Blairsville, GA 30512
Phone: 706-745-6928
Hours: Office hours are Monday through Friday 8:00 to 4:30. (Closed on federal holidays)
Getting There
Directions
There are two parking areas from which to enter the OHV trail system.
Satterfield Trailhead- Beginning on US 76/Highway 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 0.8 mile to the OHV trail system parking lot.
Blue Rock Trailhead- Beginning on US 76/Highway 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.
Travel Considerations
PLEASE NOTE! This area is closed from January 1 through March 31 for resource protection during the wet and freezing months of the year, when the most impact from use can occur.
Facility and Amenity Information
Accessibility
Restrooms
Restrooms are not available at this site.
Recreation Opportunities
OHV Trail Riding Info
SUITABLE FOR - Four-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs and motorcycles.
Many of the trails within this system are classed as difficult to most difficult. This area is recommended for experienced riders only.
- Satterfield Trailhead - Off Hwy 76; Take Windy Hill Road
- Blue Rock Trailhead - Off Hwy 76; Take Rosemary Drive
OHV Camping Info
SUITABLE FOR - Four-wheel drive vehicles, ATVs and motorcycles.