Oswald Dome

Oswald Dome is a mountain summit in the Cherokee National Forest that rises to about 3,022 feet and features multiple paths leading to its peak. The area includes designated trailheads and roads that provide different routes for reaching the top.

The mountain area served indigenous peoples as hunting grounds for generations before becoming part of the Cherokee National Forest system. This shift in ownership and management transformed how the land was used and protected.

The surrounding communities maintain local connections through outdoor activities and gatherings that bring people together around this landmark.

The area is accessible via Oswald Dome Road, which connects to U.S. Route 64 and leads to parking areas near the trailheads. Visitors should come prepared for variable weather and terrain conditions that change with the seasons.

The summit hosts radio and television transmitters that serve as visible landmarks for the area. A historic fire observation tower that once stood here was relocated and now resides at the Ocoee Whitewater Center.

Location: Polk County

GPS coordinates: 35.19208,-84.55818

Latest update: December 14, 2025 14:23