Date: 11/04/2025
Name: Coleman River & Tate Branch Trails
Distance: 5.8
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Total Climbing Elevation: 915
Type: Out & Back
Notes: Another "great day for a hike" on a crisp fall, 41 °F to 65 °F, sunny day. The first hike was on a truly beautiful trail with continuous views and rushing water sounds along the scenic Coleman River. These views were enhanced by the still present late fall leaf colors. The river itself has numerous large boulders and cascades. This trail was in very good condition although a few passable blowdowns were encountered. After returning to the trailhead, we proceeded up the Tallulah River Road to the Tate Branch Trail, parking on a 3-4 car pull-off just past the Tate Branch Campground. The trailhead for the Tate Branch Trail is not well marked or visible, but proceeds up what appears to be an old logging road that has been blocked by a couple of earthen "dams." The trail quickly became apparent and we continued up this also well-maintained trail for 1.6 miles before returning. The Tate Branch Trail parallels its namesake, although the branch is mostly hidden by Rhododendron. Both trails are a moderate, but continuous incline on the outbound legs, making these an easy to moderately difficult hike.
AllTrails Link: Coleman River & Tate Branch Trails near Clayton , GA
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