Unicoi Gap & Alpine Helen Ascent (GA-75 / GA-17)
Climbs out of the Bavarian village of Helen up the headwaters of the Chattahoochee River to crest Unicoi Gap, where the Appalachian Trail crosses the highway. Features wide, smooth asphalt sweepers that transition into sharp ascending hairpins on the north face down toward Lake Chatuge.
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The holy ground of Southeast sport touring, nestled off GA-60 in the Chattahoochee National Forest. An exclusively two-wheeled sanctuary where evening campfires buzz with tire pressure debates, apex line critiques on Wolf Pen Gap, and warm camaraderie among long-haul Gold Wing tourers and dual-sport explorers.
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How many curves and miles is Unicoi Gap & Alpine Helen Ascent (GA-75 / GA-17)? ▼
Unicoi Gap & Alpine Helen Ascent (GA-75 / GA-17) spans 23 miles and packs approximately 105 curves (4.6 curves per mile) with an elevation delta of 1,440 ft - 2,949 ft (Unicoi Gap Appalachian Trail) and technical rating 7/10.
Where are the start and end coordinates? ▼
The route starts at Helen Alpine Village, GA (Latitude 34.7015, Longitude -83.7318) and finishes at Hiawassee / Lake Chatuge, GA (Latitude 34.9501, Longitude -83.7568).
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