The US Forest Service is advising snow enthusiasts and hikers to stay off the Appalachian Trail for the time being.
A statement issued by the USFS on social media Friday says snowfall this weekend may make emergency response unavailable along Georgia’s portion of the trail and in the high elevations of the Chattahoochee National Forest.
“The Forest Service is advising hikers to stay off the Appalachian Trail at this time for personal safety and to avoid further stress on local emergency responders who very likely will not be able to respond to trail emergencies because of unsafe and inaccessible conditions predicted with the impending winter storm.”
– USFS, Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forests
Forestry officials warn trail conditions can change rapidly. Weather conditions at high elevations can be significantly different from conditions predicted for surrounding communities. They urge you to, “Please plan accordingly and avoid the #AppalachianTrail and other high elevation roads and trails at this time.”
