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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 AM

What 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

Today:7:13 AM · 🌙 7:48 PMTomorrow:7:14 AM · 🌙 7:47 PMSet up camp before sunset — headlamp after.

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

Picnic areaVault toiletTrailhead on FS 161
Note: Call Chattooga River Ranger District (706-754-6221) for weather closures before you go.

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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