An approach from GA 52 is through the Nimblewill community on FS 2811 and FS 77 across Winding Stair Gap and then on FS 58 down to the AT at Three Forks. Access to Springer Mountain is on unpaved FS 42 and to Three Forks, on unpaved FS 58. Both are moderate climbs. By following the AT between Jarrard and Slaughter Gaps, one can make a loop hike. Viewpoints on summit and on top of ridge out blue-blazed side trail.
Fine views lie southward along the summit trail.
Views from an open, rocky summit. From visitor center, trail goes 8.1 miles north to summit of Springer Mountain. Plaque on rock, mailbox with register under summit plaque. Mount Katahdin in Maine is 2,100 miles north via the white-blazed trail. Springer Mountain shelter with seasonal spring.