Events

Sunset on the Bald: Extended Hours

Sunset on the Bald flyer: aerial view of the Brasstown Bald summit observation tower at sunset over the mountains, with the words Extended Hours at Brasstown Bald
Location

Brasstown Bald

Date(s) and Time(s)

Saturday, November 14, 2026
Saturday, November 28, 2026

Cost

$10 per person, ages 16 and up. Kids are free. Shuttle is $4 if using a select federal pass.

Fee Structure
Free with Paid Site Admission

Brasstown Bald is staying open late on two November Saturdays, so you can catch the sunset from the highest point in Georgia!

Event Details

This isn’t a program or a guided event. It’s simply more time on the mountain! On Saturday, November 14 and Saturday, November 28, Brasstown Bald stays open until 6:30 PM, giving visitors a chance to watch the sun go down from Georgia’s highest peak.

The shuttle runs later than usual and the Forest Store stays open late too. Sunset is around 5:30 PM.

Please keep in mind that we can’t promise a clear sunset. Clouds, fog and rain are all part of mountain weather, so check the forecast before you head up.

Plan Your Visit

Getting There

Please follow the marked signs into the site and stop at the front ticket booth first.

Parking & Fees

Please park in the main parking lot. Regular entrance fees apply and can be paid at the ticket booth or gift shop when you arrive.

Format & Participation

Self-guided. There’s no program or scheduled activity, just extended hours to enjoy the summit at sunset.

Schedule

Open until 6:30 PM. The last shuttle up leaves at 5:30 PM sharp, and the last shuttle down leaves at 6:30 PM sharp. On busy evenings, the last shuttle up may leave a little earlier so everyone makes it to the top in time for sunset. Buildings and the Forest Store close at 6:30 PM. After hours, visitors can choose to hike down on their own using the Summit Trail. Please note there’s no overnight camping at Brasstown Bald.

On-Site Location

The Visitor Center and main parking lot area, with shuttle service up to the summit.

Fee Structure

Free with Paid Admission to Site

Cancellation Policy

Sunset views depend on weather and cloud cover, which we can’t guarantee.

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