Overview
Temporarily Closed
Turtletown Creek Trail follows Turtletown creek and loops back to Shinbone Ridge. Beautiful views emerge of of the Hiwassee River below along with overlooks of two major waterfalls, Turtletown Falls and Lower Turtletown Falls. From Blue Ridge take GA 5 north to McCaysville, then turn left on Tennessee Highway 68. Go north onto Tennessee Highway 68 for approximately 15 miles. Bear left on Farner Road (CR 2317) following it for 2.8 miles. Turn left on FS 1166. Travel this dirt/gravel road for 1.5 miles to the trail head.
CAUTION: Low clearance vehicles not currently advised for the drive on FS 1166.