You can also park at Burrell’s Ford and take the Foothills Trail north to Sloan Bridge (about 7 miles) then take Fork Mt Trail west through the Ellicott Rock Wildernesss area (about 6 miles) to link up with the Chattoga River Trail at Ellicott Rock. It is about 5 or 6 miles south along the river from there to get back to Burrell’s Ford. Its a great loop of about 18-19 miles. There are a few secluded camping areas at the 10-11 mile point. You may not see anyone on the first 2 legs of this hike. I did it a few weeks ago and saw only 1 person until I got back along the river on the last leg the second day. Give it a try. You get streams, waterfalls, mountains and river all in one hike.
