Enjoy the amazing panoramic views from the observation deck of Mount Mitchell after a strenuous 11.5 mile, 3500′ elevation gain climb.
Overmountain Victory to Yellow Mountain
Wonderful 6.4 mile hike on the Overmountain Victory trail and the AT to a very unique Scottish-like terrain on Yellow Mountain bald.
Art Loeb and Sam Knob Loop
Beautiful loop hike enjoying 360 bald views off the Blue Ridge Parkway, summiting five 6000′ peaks from Art Loeb and Sam Knob trails.
Elk River Falls
Quick 5 minute walk to 50′ Elk River Falls, but can be combined with 100′ Jones Falls and 35′ Splash Dam Falls for a 5.5 mile hike on the AT.
Indian Grave Gap to Overlook
While Indian Grave Gap is most well known for the hike on the AT up to Beauty Spot, there’s more to explore in the other direction that deserves a visit. If you want the views of Beauty Spot, but want complete seclusion, this is the hike for you.
Little Rock Knob
Little Rock Knob is Andy’s favorite local hike. It’s a 4.5 mile roundtrip hike on the Appalachian Trail leading to a rocky overlook of the valley below.
Sam’s Gap to Big Bald
Sometimes I take for granted how lucky we are to have the Appalachian Trail right in our backyard. I often default to the same couple of AT hikes, but with hundreds of miles accessible within an hour or so, I’ve been trying to explore some new sections! Sam’s Gap to Big Bald is a section I have heard about a couple times over the years.