Slaughter Mountain, Mountain summit in Union County, Georgia, United States.
Description
Slaughter Mountain is a summit in the Blue Ridge Mountains that reaches 1,322 meters (4,338 feet) above sea level. The peak sits within a wilderness complex known for its forested slopes and multiple hiking trail systems.
History
The peak received its name from a conflict between Native American tribes during the early colonial period in the region. This naming reflects the broader territorial interactions that shaped the area before European settlement.
Culture
The mountain stands as a memorial to Native American territorial conflicts, preserving the memory of interactions between regional tribes in the southeastern United States.
Practical
Visitors can reach the summit via the Coosa Backcountry Trail or Duncan Ridge Trail, with each route offering varying levels of challenge. The trails pass through forested areas typical of the region's high elevation zones.
Did you know?
The peak sits roughly 1.5 kilometers (1 mile) from Blood Mountain, the county's highest summit. This proximity to a taller neighboring peak makes it an appealing intermediate destination for hikers exploring multiple elevations.
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