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Mountain Crossings at Neel Gap

The only place on Earth where the Appalachian Trail passes through a building — a 1937 stone outfitter lodge at the top of Neel Gap on US-19/129. Mountain Crossings sells gear, maps, and trail food, and maintains a viewing deck overlooking the Blood Mountain wilderness. Motorcyclists use the wide paved lot as a natural pause point after conquering the steep curves of US-129, one of Georgia's signature gap roads.

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Natural summit rest stop at 3,125 ft after ascending US-129's tight curves; viewing deck and restrooms; outfitter sells snacks, rain gear, and maps.

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