Taylor Ridge (Georgia)
History
The ridge was named in honor of Richard Taylor, a Cherokee Indian chieftain.
A Civil War skirmish occurred at Taylor Ridge on November 7, 1863.
Hiking and Recreation
There are several hiking opportunities along the ridge mostly via access the Pinhoti Trail. The Taylor Ridge Trail is a brief view of the ridge available off GA 136 directly west of Villanow, Ga. The most historical view of the ridge may be within James H. Floyd State Park to the Marble Mine.
Geology
The ridge and valley area is unique in the fact that either sides of the ridge vary greatly. On Taylor Ridge the western face is sandstone, while the east facing cliffs are hard chert, a noncrystalline quartz. Because of this difference in soils types and sunlight either side of the ridge boast a diversity in flora and fauna as well. Other aragonites may be found along this portion.
References
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