Fort Mountain
Mountain in Georgia · 2,848 ft
The hike up Fort Mountain
The route starts at Cool Springs Overlook and Gahuti Trailhead parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Fort Mountain?
Fort Mountain is 2,848 ft above sea level and lies in Georgia. Its prominence is 338 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Fort Mountain?
From Cool Springs Overlook and Gahuti Trailhead parking it is about 0.5 mi one way with 230 ft of ascent. Expect around 27 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Fort Mountain?
The nearest parking is Cool Springs Overlook and Gahuti Trailhead parking (southeast of the peak) — 0.5 mi on foot · ↑ 230 ft · about 27 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area south of the peak (about 2.5 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.
Can I log Fort Mountain in Conquer?
Yes — Fort Mountain is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.
Conquer Fort Mountain in the app
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