Mulberry Gap - A Mountain Bike Adventure you Need to Know About

Mulberry Gap - A Mountain Bike Adventure you Need to Know About

As an avid mountain biker, the first thing I look for in any area is a good trail. And just an hour north of Cherokee County is an amazing trail and an equally awesome community. The Mulberry Gap Adventure Base Camp in Gilmer County is nothing short of magnificent. 

This family-owned establishment is run by Kate Gates and her husband, Andrew and was founded by their moms. “Andrew and I met in high school. Our moms became friends through that relationship and eventually decided to go into business together,” Kate tells us. 

Kate had a vision for an outdoor retreat center of sorts and just like that, Mulberry Gap was born. When the establishment launched, Kate’s mother-in-law did all the cooking, her mom did most of the reservations and customer relations, and Andrew started renovating and building. The moms have since retired back to Florida but they're still a part of the business in some ways.

Surviving the pandemic

As with all outdoor-related businesses, the beginning of the pandemic was a scary time for the Mulberry Gap team. “We were certain it was going to be the death of us, and we were kind of saying our goodbyes already. But then we opened back up mid-May and it was slammed,” says Kate.

People showed up to support the establishment on what they thought would be their last year. And it just kept going from there. This place has some of the kindest, warmest, most caring staff you’ll meet. Even as a guest, you can feel their love and passion for what they do. 

What you can expect when you visit this establishment

I’ve been coming to Mulberry Gap with fellow members of the Psychedelic Wolf Pack - Travis Phillips and Nick Campbell - for a while now. We’ve had some amazing experiences here, ranging from cool day trips and overnight trips. We get to hang out by the fire and rip around the area. 

More reasons to visit Mulberry Gap

• Great facilities and amenities. It's not a five-star bougie resort, but it's super clean and the amenities are awesome. Besides the amazing facilities within the establishment, the place is super close to the city.
  
  
• It’s only an hour from Cherokee County. It’s usually a four-hour round-trip to ride some of the most rad trails in the Southeast. But Mulberry Gap is very close to Woodstock, making it the perfect getaway for a day trip to the mountains. 
  
  
• It’s a great escape. Mulberry is the perfect place to disconnect from the chaos of the world. You get up here and it's like you're in a completely new world. Travis says it offers a different type of trail riding than we have back home, and he’s not wrong. This place provides a whole new environment. 
  
  
• Come for the fun experiences. Stay for the great staff. Mulberry Gap has been a second home for the Wolf Pack, and we’ve had some of the most fun and incredible experiences. But what I love most about this place is the raw, organic energy that happens here. It’s centered around the community and they have the friendliest staff you’ll ever meet. 
  
  
• It’s a great weekend date spot. They’ve recently built a two-storey cabin, and it would be perfect for a couple’s weekend out on the trails. 

What stands out about Mulberry Gap is that it feels like a family environment. You come in, get a home-cooked meal, and the staff behind the counter’s talking to you. The owners and staff genuinely care about your experience. 

I'm so stoked to be able to share this place because I absolutely love it. And I know you’ll love it just as much when you come to visit.

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