Oakey Mountain OHV Trails
USFS — Chattahoochee-Oconee NF (Chattooga River RD)
OHV area near Lake Burton and Lake Rabun with two-way trails for vehicles under ~48" axle width. Terrain ranges from intermediate to rocky and steep. Closes in wet conditions to protect resources.
Location
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34.82000, -83.55000 · ~2,200 ft
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Trip-ready check
Live · National Weather Service · updated 8:20 AMWhat to check the night before you leave — forecast, alerts, and daylight for Tiger, GA.
Today
88°F
Sunny
2% rain · wind 2 mph
Tonight
65°F
Mostly Clear
wind 2 mph
Friday
88°F
Sunny then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
21% rain · wind 2 mph
Friday Night
66°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
48% rain · wind 1 mph
Saturday
83°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
93% rain · wind 2 mph
Saturday Night
64°F
Showers And Thunderstorms then Mostly Cloudy
81% rain · wind 0 mph
Forecast: weather.gov point forecast. Conditions change — re-check the morning you leave.
Everything you need to know
- Drive time (approx. from metro Atlanta / Conyers)
- ~2h 10m
- Access
- OHV / designated vehicles only · technical road
- Hike-in
- Drive-up / no significant hike
- Pass required
- OHV pass required (day or annual)
- Parking
- Trailhead parking
- Camping fee
- Trailhead / campground area nearby — confirm current status
- Max stay
- 14 days
- Reservation
- Not required — first-come, first-served
- Elevation
- 2,200 ft
Schedule this trip
This place isn't linked to a Recreation.gov campground calendar. You can still save planned dates and follow official rules (first-come / dispersed / private).
Planning Oakey Mountain OHV Trails
Must-sees & highlights
- ▸Near Lake Burton / Lake Rabun
- ▸Intermediate to rocky/steep terrain
- ▸Width limit ~48"
Amenities
Sample 2-night immersion plan
A starting template — not a booked itinerary. Adjust once you lock dates on the official site or with a host.
Day 0 — Departure
- Leave with buffer for the ~2h 10m + grocery / ice stop
- Arrive, set up camp, short walk to orient
- Simple dinner + early night if traveling after work
Day 1 — Main immersion
- Explore: Near Lake Burton / Lake Rabun
- Explore: Intermediate to rocky/steep terrain
- Longer hike or creek time in the afternoon
- Campfire, quiet evening
Day 2 — Morning + departure
- Slow morning, coffee, short walk
- Pack out (Leave No Trace)
- Optional stop on the way home
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