Yonah Mountain - Best Places To Camp In North Georgia

[@FamilyHobbiesandCards]

When my wife Amy comes home we are going to straight binge on this stuff!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Awesome! Thanks for watching and the positive feedback. This sunset is awesome and if you get a chance, I hope that you can experience this for yourself. The hike up is a little aggressive but well worth it for the views. Nice to see the ridgeline of the AT in the background at the top.

[@RODPIKERDRONESUK]

Very nice indeed thanks for sharing cheers 👍

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Thank you for the kind words and your support! This was a fun camping trip with some excellent views along the way! Cheers

[@tresindermark739]

Thanks for spotlighting this hike. It looks awesome. I hope to do it myself soon! Great video.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

The sunset is incredible! The hike up can be a little bit much in some areas but worth it. That view of the AT in the background is priceless! Enjoy

[@brandond73]

We used to camp there back in the early 90's. You used to be able to drive all the way up.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

This place can get packed! When we went, we had another group set up a few feet from our tents even though there was plenty of space in the bald. Definitely an awesome place to catch the sunrise. Must have been nice to be able to drive up at sundown because it is not easy to hike back down in the dark.

[@JoePelusoMedia]

Great stuff! Going up there in a few weeks for my brothers birthday and definitely appreciate the info! Will be headed up at the crack of dawn to make sure I get a good camping spot!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

You are going to love that sunset! Looking out at the Appalachian Mountains is incredible! Hope you have fun out there and look forward to seeing your video!

[@Hoagmatthew]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Cheers! Thanks for watching and the support!

[@SomeplaceOrAnother]

Great hike and campsite 👍

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Thank you my friend for the feedback. Great view and definitely recommend. Cheers

[@heatherjohnson5865]

They are Army Rangers. That is phase one in Ranger school.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Perfect! Thank you for the info on this. Cheers

[@RetroRVRecon]

Do you hike in the Alabama area much? I didn't see any videos from AL. I think next time we're in that area we'll try this hike.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Looking to start hiking in Alabama soon! Any trails that you would recommend? Yonah is a must as it provides a great day hike or overnight trip. Thanks for watching and the support!

[@RetroRVRecon]

@@MetroOnTheMove LOL, I was wondering if you could suggest for us. I use "Alltrails" for hiking trails but even they don't show all of them. We may start camping/hiking in the Alabama area later this year.

[@PFAM5]

Awesome video. Sucks about the graffiti and the noisy folks. Really cool camping footage!👍🏻

[@NickandRachel]

Graffiti in nature bothers me so much!

[@PFAM5]

@@NickandRachel doesn’t make sense to go completely out of your way to climb a mountain with a can of spray paint

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Agreed! Prob just some kids that need attention and think that it is cool to do this in front of their small group of friends. Shame

[@stevetrimborn3739]

Great video. I went up several times in May/June of 95 as part of Ranger School Class 8-95. It's much nicer as a civilian than in a Ranger class. That's the spot for approx 3 days of mountaineering training for Ranger School's Mountain phase.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Very cool! Yes, have seen the rangers up there several times and they come in huge packs. Cool to see them training out there!

[@ortiko]

Very nice footage! Big like 👍 from me!!! I also love hiking, camping, fishing/hunting and make some videos to. Keep on!!!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Awesome! Glad you enjoyed the video and will check out your channel as well. If you get a chance, this hike is awesome and I definitely recommend checking out the sunset! Thank you for the kind words and your support! Cheers

[@brennaspictureperfectadven7262]

Yonah mountain looks stunning! I've never heard of it, but maybe I can go now

[@MetroOnTheMove]

It is one of the best views in the state of Georgia! From the summit you can see the Appalachian Trail in the distance! Such an awesome view to catch at sunset. Hope you get a chance to experience this hike for yourself soon! thanks for watching and your support! Cheers

[@brennaspictureperfectadven7262]

@@MetroOnTheMove wow that's awesome!

[@Seminight7]

Hey wassup? Thank you so much for posting this. Yonah Mountain is breathtaking.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Would definitely recommend but would go early and during the week to avoid the crowds. Cheers

[@r_o_d_n_e_y]

Very nice sunset views at Yonah!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Agreed! This was my first time to see this view and it didn't disappoint! Since I have hiked the AT in Georgia, it was cool to see the sun go down behind the ridgeline of the mountains in the distance. Thanks for watching and your support! Cheers

[@stephencolegrove7152]

10+ years ago we'd camp at the main Army training area because it's proximity to the water spring. Does that still seem like a decent place to camp?

[@MetroOnTheMove]

They have built a few bathrooms in that area but didn't know there was a spring there. We hauled in the water to camp on top. It was a great experience, but several people showed up late night and kinda ruined it.

[@andysaverageoutdoor7473]

Finally getting a chance checkout some of your videos. High quality stuff, man! Love that sunset.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Thank you my friend for the kind words! This is a just see in Georgia. Definitely recommend! Cheers

[@rockydavis4465]

Is camping at the summit legal? Was any sort of calling ahead needed?

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Yes, this is legal and doesn't require calling ahead. You do need to check the Ranger training schedule as they use that area for training. We saw several Rangers on the way up and they had made camp down a bit from the summit.

[@rockydavis4465]

@@MetroOnTheMove thank you very much!

[@RogersHollow]

Nice camping trip. Too bad so many people showed up.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

It was so wild to see this happen! Cheers

[@333-k3x]

Great weekend! Awesome sunset! Always good to join you on adventures!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Agreed my friend! It was a perfect weekend for camping and had a great time hanging out with you on Yonah! Where should we go next time?

[@gatorgoesoutside]

Great video- beautiful views! Bummer about crowds and graffiti. Thanks for sharing. 👍

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Thank you my friend for the kind words and support! The graffiti is something else. We were all kids at one point, but to destroy nature is beyond me. The crowds are going to happen nowadays because of this past year with everyone being stuck inside for so long. We all need to show others more respect and practice leave no trace so everyone can enjoy the trail. Cheers!

[@NickandRachel]

Been talking about going camping up there for over a year now I need to just go ahead and do it! Really sucks how people are dead inconsiderate nowadays. Last time I went camping these people were partying until 3 in the morning and then I lost it they were out there with drums guitars and tambourines lol No lie. Beautiful sunset. Thanks for sharing!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

This was a great experience nevertheless and would prob do it again. The sunset was breath taking and the weather was perfect. Good times. Thanks for watching and the support. Cheers

[@JonConti]

Drop that drone right on peoples camp when they're keeping you up at night

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Best idea yet! Actually, you can't fly over people as it breaks several rules but funny to say the least. Nothing worse than flashlights going straight in your camp with kids screaming in the background. Leave no trace! Thank you for your support! Cheers

[@Smokeybeesnatural]

We're starting to have more issues with graffiti as well, in Kentucky. That sunset was the 💣!!!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Shame to see this happen on trail. No reason for this to happen...leave no trace! Thanks for watching and the support! Cheers

[@Sleeves]

Hello man! Enjoyed this one! Well done! Definitely makes me want to get back up there as I missed all the views on my last visit. Mount Yonah is an amazing mountain and the proximity to the metro is cool indeed. The sunset was gorgeous. Neat that you had the area to yourself as you hung in your hammock and took in the views. “Leave no trace” doesn’t only mean graffiti and trash. It also pertains to noise pollution. Hate you had a bad experience with disrespectful campers. Very selfish. On the other hand, you guys had a wonderful adventure in the woods on top of Mount Yonah. Good Stuff! Thank you for sharing! Keep Hiking (Moving)!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Thank you my friend! Totally agree that most don't understand that it is so important to respect others and their experiences on trail. If all of us could be more conscious of others, we would all have a better place to live in nature and beyond. Hope you get a chance to return soon before the weather gets too cold. Cheers! Let's keep moving!

[@orthodoxhiker9287]

We did Blood Mountain Saturday... I am looking forward to doing Yonah one day!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

How was it? The weather was perfect so I imagine it was beautiful! You will love this view but the trek up is a little intense in some areas. Hope you have a great time!!

[@orthodoxhiker9287]

@@MetroOnTheMove Oh my gosh, it was AMAZING! It never got above 63* - so perfect! I'm kind of scared of Yonah Mountain (but I'm still gonna do it anyway, probably in the spring). Did I see parts of the trail in the video that had sheer dropoffs on one side? Or is it not actually that bad? I know there are cliffs and 600 foot dropoffs on top of Yonah (and I can stay far back from those) but if the trails have huge sheer drops, that's a whole nuther ball of wax.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

@@orthodoxhiker9287 There are some steep drop offs and you should be extremely careful in these areas. A woman died last week after slipping on a wet rock and fell off the cliff.The hike up is extremely rocky and has some steep inclines. You can avoid the edge as it is only in a few places. Definitely worth the effort.

[@orthodoxhiker9287]

@@MetroOnTheMove I heard about the lady who died - so sad! Heights are my kryptonite and biggest phobia. But as long as there’s enough room to stay back from the edge it should be alright. Thanks!

[@bens.4961]

Never done yonah, would like to go at sunset... how would the hike down be in the dark? hike time estimate?

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Excellent choice! The hike up is moderate to difficult in some areas and is about 2.25 miles one way.The hike in the dark can be done with proper lighting and some caution and it should take about 1.5 hours if your are taking your time. Thanks for watching and your support!

[@truthhurts2256]

I wouldnt recommend night hiking if youve never been there before especially for the first time, weve had a few people fall off the mountain, mainly because they were unfamiliar with the mountain, apparently there are two ways to get to the top, Ive only been once and of course it was the rougher route

[@LetsGoLiz]

Great video! The sunset was stunning! Bummer about the inconsiderate campers. Thank you for sharing!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

It was so wild so to see so many people oblivious to those around them. This family had prob 10 kids just running through everyone's campsite and flashing their flash lights in people's faces. Typically this would only happen at "glamping" / designated car camping spots, but this was definitely a first. All the trails have been super packed because everyone is ready to get out because they were cooped up for so long. Thanks for watching and your support! Cheers

[@comfortablynumb5541]

This is one of your videos that I really enjoyed. Thought you were the only ones up there until... I knew there was at least one campsite on the way up but until your video I didn't know you could camp at the top. It's on our list of hikes before the end of the year.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

My recommendation is to go during the week. This place is super packed lately with everyone wanting to get out and explore. The sunset makes this hike so worth it! Hope you enjoy and look forward to seeing your video of camping on Yonah soon! Thanks for watching and your support! Cheers

[@lynnnguyen7279]

Thanks for making this video! I'm hiking Yonah for the first time this weekend. Question - how fast were you hiking up? I'm a slow hiker and the only mountain I've summitted was Stone Mtn. I takes me about 45 min to get to the top. I'm trying to figure out if I timed this hike right. I've slotted 3 hours but now I'm thinking I need more than that if I want to hang around once I'm at the top. Thanks again!

[@MetroOnTheMove]

On average, I hike about 2 miles an hour. Round trip is 4.5+ miles or so. I like to spend a lot of time up there in a hammock or camp. The incline is pretty intense, and rangers sometimes train here so check the schedule.

[@enjoyinggodscountry1]

Wow! That was great except the graffiti and rude campers. Love these videos.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Thank you for the kind words and support! Love to hear this feedback as it provides inspiration to continue making these videos. Unfortunately, there are those that do not practice leave no trace. These areas need to be preserved and spray paint has no place in the woods. Second, we all need to respect others when in nature to let everyone hike their own hike in peace. Hope you get a chance to visit this place as it awesome at sunset!! Thanks for watching and your support!

[@C-TOS]

I get bothered by graffiti in the middle of the woods as well. People have no sense of respect to nature.

[@MetroOnTheMove]

Agreed! This is one thing I will not permit if I see happening I will definitely confront anyone if caught spray painting the rocks along the trails. Other items is dog poop bags people leave on trail especially during the hot summer months. Gross!

[@NickandRachel]

@@MetroOnTheMove you ain't kidding if I see someone doing it we're probably getting in a fight. I've made people pick up their trash on the trail lol

[@MetroOnTheMove]

@@NickandRachel It is a shame that people can't respect nature and understand that the land is for everyone to share and not destroy.