Following from a point at Forest Service Road 241, the loop trail is the home of one of North Georgia’s largest tree, the Gennett Poplar. The species generally stands at 100 feet high with a trunk circumference of 24 feet. It derived its name from a family whom the United State government purchased the land from. Most forests of the Bear Creek Trail are untouched wherein the clusters of several trees are awe-inspiring. Aside from the famous poplar tree species, evergreen hemlocks are also clustered at the top of the Bear Creek Trail. This trail is also one of the favorite biking tracks for riders.

At the Forest Service Road 241, a parking lot is situated where a short path is located at the start of this loop trail. A counterclockwise direction of traversing this area is generally preferred as it is easier to complete the trail this way due to its length. Moving past some scenic views, the path also comes across multiple streams where the banks are teeming with species of flora.

This area is one of the best sections of the Chattahoochee National Forest where in some occasions bear sighting will astound you. Other species of wildlife roam freely in this habitat. The trail markers however, have not been properly maintained and some have been destroyed over time. Thus, pay attention to where you are going and check the map for guidance.

As you approach some noticeably bigger and taller trees about .5 miles on the path, the road leads you now to the Gannet Poplar. Mixed with this variety is the tulip poplar which had been the famous species used by early inhabitants of the area. Since this species grow quicker, its wood had been the popular choice for building cabins. Now approaching a mile from the start point, you will make a right turn which will then loop you back to Bear Creek Trail where the whole loop takes around 3.1 miles.

From this loop point, the old logging road continues a straight course until you will come to a halt at a road closed barricade. Yet, this is not the end of your trail as you can just get past this obstruction and proceed in entering the woods along Bear Creek. A few distance from the woods you will then emerge to Forest Service Road 68 where it takes you back to the trailhead as you continue this course of winding roads.