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Flagg Mountain: Southern Terminus of the Pinhoti Trail

Discover Alabama's Flagg Mountain: Hike the Pinhoti Trail, explore historic CCC structures, and enjoy panoramic views from the lookout tower.

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Flagg Mountain, located in Weogufka State Forest, Alabama, marks the start of the 335-mile Pinhoti Trail and offers a glimpse into a unique Alabama ecosystem [7, 10]. The mountain features a historic CCC-built lookout tower with panoramic views and several miles of hiking trails [7, 8].

A brief summary to Flagg Mountain

  • Sylacauga, Alabama, 35151, US

Local tips

  • Text (334) 561-5467 to inquire about cabin and campsite availability or to arrange overnight camping [7, 16].
  • The road to the tower can be rough; high-clearance vehicles are recommended [15].
  • Bring your own water, as there is currently no running water on the mountain [22].
  • Be sure to check the Alabama Forestry Commission website for alerts, warnings, and closures before visiting [22].
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Getting There

  • Driving

    To reach Flagg Mountain, navigate towards Sylacauga, AL, via Highway 280 [7, 12]. From Sylacauga, turn onto CC Camp Road [12]. Follow CC Camp Road for approximately 4 miles; the road will turn to gravel [12]. Continue following the signs for Flagg Mountain until you reach the parking area at the base of the tower [12]. Parking is free [12]. Be aware that the final section of CC Camp Road can be rough and is not suitable for low-clearance vehicles [15].

  • Public Transport

    To reach Flagg Mountain using public transportation, take a bus to Sylacauga, AL [12, 27]. From the Sylacauga bus station, use a local taxi service or rideshare app to reach CC Camp Road, as public transit does not directly access the mountain [12, 27]. Taxi or rideshare fares will vary; check local rates before your trip [12]. From CC Camp Road, follow the driving directions to reach Flagg Mountain [12].

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Discover more about Flagg Mountain

Flagg Mountain, rising to 1,152 feet, is the southernmost peak of the Appalachians above 1,000 feet and the starting point of the 335-mile Pinhoti Trail [8, 10, 13]. Located within the Weogufka State Forest in Coosa County, Alabama, the mountain provides a diverse landscape of montane longleaf pine and upland hardwood forests [7, 16]. In the 1930s, the Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) developed Flagg Mountain as a state park, constructing several log cabins, a stone dining hall, and a 52-foot-tall lookout tower [6, 9]. Although the park plans were abandoned, the CCC's legacy remains in the form of the tower and other structures [6, 16]. The tower, listed on the National Historic Tower Site, was staffed by the Alabama Forestry Commission until 1989 [8, 16]. After years of neglect, the site has been revitalized by the Alabama Hiking Trail Society and the Friends of Flagg [19]. Today, visitors can explore over 7 miles of interconnected trails, including an ADA-accessible half-mile path to the summit [7]. The newly renovated tower offers 360-degree views of the Coosa and Tallapoosa River valleys and the Talladega Mountain range [7]. Two cabins built by the CCC are available for overnight rentals, along with tent and car camping opportunities [7]. Flagg Mountain also provides access to the Eastern Continental Trail, the Great Eastern Trail, and the Appalachian Trail [8].

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