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Dug Gap Trailhead
4.6 ★★★★★ 37 Google reviews · Running trail in Dalton, Georgia · Posted hours
Runner's snapshot
- Surface
- Natural surface
- Distance
- 15.7 mi
- Shape
- Not reported
- Shade
- Not reported
- Access
- Posted hours
Confirmed from Dug Gap Trailhead's own listing, the park or land manager's website, and runner reviews. Blank cells mean we could not verify that fact — we would rather say "not reported" than invent one. There is no Easy / Moderate / Hard rating on this page on purpose: a one-word difficulty score tells you nothing about whether a trail suits your run. Surface, distance, shade and hours do.
What runners say about Dug Gap Trailhead
“England springs leads to a river that can’t be crossed 45 mins into going that direction and the beginning of the trail has a scenic overlook great for pictures.”
This is a nice hike which offers some scenic views! Just be prepared with good shoes. You will need them for the hiking on Communications Way! Try to park at the Dog Gap Battle Park parking lot across the street.
Great hiking spot, I recommend hiking shoes and it’s a long one so prepare to gear up!! England springs leads to a river that can’t be crossed 45 mins into going that direction and the beginning of the trail has a scenic overlook great for pictures. I recommend parking at Dug Gap Battle Park which is 0.
My go-to trail if I want options in distance, views, water features, difficulty. The FS access heading towards the towers and the Pinhoti has a popular overlook close to the road with some graffiti. The unmarked “trails” are very tricky. Follow the usual hiker protocols and keep your phone charged.
Large gravel parking lot, bear proof trashcans, maps/rules posted, and restrooms. Easy to find. Large sign at road
Trail conditions & character
“England springs leads to a river that can’t be crossed 45 mins into going that direction and the beginning of the trail has a scenic overlook great for pictures.”
“Large gravel parking lot, bear proof trashcans, maps/rules posted, and restrooms.”
“It was awesome you should try it too snake creek gap to dug gap on the pinhoti trail bewarn it's an 18 mile hike not 15.”
Plan your run at Dug Gap Trailhead
The practical stuff
- AccessPosted hours — posted hours below; park gates sometimes close earlier than the listing says
- SurfaceNatural surface — easiest on the joints and the most fun, but expect roots, rocks and mud after rain
- Distance15.7 mi as reported — check whether that is one way or a round trip before you commit. Long enough for a real long run.
- ShadeNot reported. Assume some of it is exposed and carry water in summer.
- At the trailheadparking — reported by runners
- Websitevisitdaltonga.com
- Phone(706) 270-9960
- Social Instagram · Facebook
Hours
| Monday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
| Thursday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
| Friday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
| Saturday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
| Sunday | 12 AM–11:30 PM |
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