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goufgators
Explorer
Feb 10, 2019

How's the mountain driving...

Planning to go basically NNW from Clayton, Ga. to Sweetwater, Tn.I know, according to the map, that some of that area is mountainous but was wondering if there are steep grades. I don't mind mountain driving but try to avoid long, steep climbs and descents. If you know the area, will appreciate your response and advice.
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  • Ivylog's avatar
    Ivylog
    Explorer III
    Feb 10, 2019
    The route above is what I’d use taking 294 to 68. Both of those are a little narrow in places and if there is additional paving on the inside of the curve slowdown as it will be a sharp turn. No long climbs or decents.
  • Bill_Satellite's avatar
    Bill_Satellite
    Explorer II
    Feb 10, 2019
    The Elevation Profile on Google Earth is great. As you can see, there are a couple of steep grades along the way but none of them are very long. That top red box shows the actual elevation so you can scroll along the route and see exactly what's ahead on the trip.
  • Airdaile's avatar
    Airdaile
    Explorer
    Feb 10, 2019
    Get the Eastern Mountain Guide. Shows the grades on all the truck routes.

    Also, Google Earth has an elevation feature. Set a route and right click on the blue line. Select elevation. You can cursor along the elevation and see on the route where the highest pass and steepest grades are.

    Here's what your route looks like.

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