If you were to ask me for the best waterfall hike in the Appalachian Highlands, I would tell you Laurel Fork Falls.

Exploring the Appalachian Highlands and Beyond
Exploring the Appalachian Highlands and Beyond
If you were to ask me for the best waterfall hike in the Appalachian Highlands, I would tell you Laurel Fork Falls.
I’m always looking for a hike close to Johnson City, so I was pleased when I stumbled upon the Lone Oak Trail. The trail is located on the backside of Buffalo Mountain and gives hikers a different view from the mountain. You will eventually hike to Tip Top in Buffalo Mountain Park.