Hawk Mountain
Mountain in Georgia · 3,573 ft
The hike up Hawk Mountain
The route starts at Hightower Gap — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Hawk Mountain?
Hawk Mountain is 3,573 ft above sea level and lies in Georgia. Its prominence is 420 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Hawk Mountain?
From Hightower Gap it is about 0.9 mi one way with 679 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Hawk Mountain?
The nearest parking is Hightower Gap (east of the peak) — 0.9 mi on foot · ↑ 679 ft · about 1 h round trip. Alternative: Horse Gap (east of the peak) (about 2.7 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 Hawk Mountain in Conquer?
Yes — Hawk 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 Hawk Mountain in the app
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