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7.3 miles
Distance
2,036 ft
Climb
-579 ft
Descent
01:14:32
Avg time
1,457 ft
Altitude change
1,982 ft
Altitude min
3,626 ft
Altitude max
1,982 ft
Altitude start
3,438 ft
Altitude end
3.8%
Grade
-30.4%
Grade max
53.8%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
2,077 ft
Distance flat
01:14:32
Avg time

Potato Patch Rd Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Gravel Bike
    • Horse
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
  • Ref Number
    FS68
  • AKA
    W. Cowpen Road
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    90 in Mountain Biking heatmap [+]
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
    • 5 in Horseback
    • 95 in Gravel Biking
  • Trail Type
    Dirt/Gravel Road
  • Bike Type
    Gravel
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • Land Owner
    Conasauga Ranger District

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AI Generated Description

Potato Patch Rd is a 7 mile popular dirt/gravel road trail located near Ellijay Georgia. Highlights include views and a waterfall. This multi-use trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 hour14 minutes to complete this trail.

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Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 1 rides
  • 21 miles average
6 Months
  • 12 rides
  • 33 miles avg distance
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  • 56 rides
  • Last: Nov 7, 2026
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Potato Patch Rd Trail Reports

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Aug 22, 2026 @ 11:55am (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
Aug 22, 2026
Jul 11, 2026 @ 7:28am (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
Jul 11, 2026
Aug 11, 2024 @ 3:47pm
Aug 11, 2024
As of Aug 8 all clear. Debris still covering, but all rideable, someone did a lot of work to clear it.
Mar 24, 2022 @ 8:15am
Mar 24, 2022
Jan 22, 2022 @ 9:04am
Jan 22, 2022
Covered with ice beyond the Bear Creek spur parking area
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on Aug 22, 2026
Ideal
Avg: 4.13 (1 votes)
Your vote: 0

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      Oct 9, 2022 @ 7:10am
      Oct 9, 2022

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Potato Patch Rd located?
      Potato Patch Rd is located in Bear Creek and Pinhoti Trail System, Ellijay, Georgia, United States. It is part of the Bear Creek and Pinhoti Trail System trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 34.81529, -84.58962.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Potato Patch Rd?
      Potato Patch Rd has 2,036 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 579 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,982 ft to 3,626 ft.
      ▼ Is Potato Patch Rd a point to point trail?
      Potato Patch Rd is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ How long is Potato Patch Rd?
      Potato Patch Rd is 7.3 miles long. The trail type is dirt/gravel road.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Potato Patch Rd?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Potato Patch Rd. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ How do I access Potato Patch Rd? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Potato Patch Rd are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Potato Patch Rd?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 1 hour 15 minutes to ride Potato Patch Rd. The trail is 7.3 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Potato Patch Rd?
      Potato Patch Rd is a very popular trail. There have been 560 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 605 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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