What makes The Bend Special?
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CyclingSome of the best road and mountain biking in the South East are within a short drive, or for that matter, right out of the drive way. For road bike lovers this is a challenging place to be. The Tour de Georgia runs through the area. Try the 3 gap ride consisting of Woody’s, Wolf Pen and Neel’s Gap, or if you are ready for it, take on 6 gap. These two loops are very scenic and strenuous and get top marks from cyclists in the know. Mountain bikes can rejoice in the Bull and Jake Mountain areas. Along with Turners’ Creek, these 3 trail systems provide some great rides for beginners and experts alike. If you need some trail maps try one of the local bike shops or go to www.sorba.org.
MotorcyclingWow – nothing is better than the twisting, smooth, scenic onslaught of asphalt that encompasses this wilderness area. From highway 60 and 19 to hwy 180 and the Richard B. Russell scenic highway, for pure joy on two wheels this is the place to be. If your desires tend towards dirt and gravel, duel-sport aficionados will love the huge network of United States Forest Service roads that surround this beautiful land. The loops are endless and the scenery is spectacular. Whether you ride loud pipes, scrape knees, GS, XR or KDX, I am here to tell you, people from all over the country and the world come here for some exceptional riding. A few great web sites for your perusal: www.twowheelsonly.com, www.info-map.com .
ClimateSuches Georgia, where the property is located, is called “the valley above the clouds” and is the states highest community. This fact affords the area much cooler weather that some of the major metropolitan areas near by. On average the temperatures are 10 to 15 degrees cooler than Atlanta with lower humidity. Elevations range from 2400 feet to over 4000 at some of the high peaks. This fact provides more winter precipitation than other areas. The springs are lush, summers cool and the falls and winters are spectacular. Your family will love getting out of the city heat to enjoy some cool weather at The Bend. |