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One of the first sights along this road is the impressive Georgia monument, dedicated to the state's men who fought at The Battle of Kennesaw Mountain. At the end of the road is a second monument to the generals from Georgia.

This path rises 1000 feet during its 1.2 mile length and is paved for most of the way, except for the last few steps to the top. During weekdays motorized vehicles are allowed on the road, but on weekends visitors who wish to see the top of the mountain without walking must ride a bus, which runs up the road at regularly scheduled intervals.

Winding up Kennesaw Mountain the road passes two scenic overlooks, one of which has parking. Trenches from the battle repeatedly cross the road. The "Georgia Overlook," which is at the top of the wall on the south end of the parking lot, has a plaque dedicated to Georgia generals who fought in the Civil War. This overlook was added in 1964, on the 100th anniversary of the battle and a refurbishing was completed in February, 1998. The trail continues to the crest of the mountain, past an artillery embankment.

Along the road are many unique moisture-loving plants, fed by numerous springs that pop-up from stone.

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