Elk Park, North Carolina

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Appalachian Trail, Tennessee
Jones Falls via Appalachian Trail

5.0

10.65 mi / 2484 ft gain

Starting at the Appalachian Trail (AT) trailhead at US 19E, follow the AT north for 3.1 miles until you reach the intersection of the trail with Buck Mountain Rd. This section of the AT has an elevation gain of almost 1000 ft, and large sections of trail with significant meadows offering magnific...
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Elk Park, North Carolina
Elk River Falls

4.6

0.35 mi / 62 ft gain

The coordinates for the parking area are 36.198288, -81.970137. You'll see a parking area that's dirt/gravel on the right side of the road. At the far end of the parking lot is a sign that says Elk River Falls with an arrow pointing up the hill. From this point its about a .2 mile long walk to th...
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Newland, North Carolina
Big Hump Mountain via the Appalachian Trail

4.5

7.83 mi / 2021 ft gain

Towering over Little Hump Mountain, Big Hump Mountain offers one of the clearest views on the Appalachian Trail. Big Hump Mountain is located in the Roan Highlands North of Bradley Gap. This peak is not as traveled as other popular hikes in the area despite its massive size because of the intense...
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Newland, North Carolina
Hike to Bradley Gap along the Appalachian Trail

4.6 mi / 1339 ft gain

Bradley Gap rests along the Appalachian Trail overlooking North Carolina and Tennessee mountains. Part of the Roan Highlands, Bradley Gap can be accessed via Yellow Mountain Gap Trailhead. Follow the Roaring Fork Trail from the trailhead until you intersect the Appalachian Trail (White Blaze) app...
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Bakersville, North Carolina
Appalachian Trail: Carvers Gap to Roan Mountain

5.0

6.98 mi / 1204 ft gain

Appalachian Trail: Carvers Gap to Roan Mountain is an out-and-back trail near Bakersville, North Carolina. This trail is not too crowded, so don't be surprised if you're the only one taking in the view. Keep in mind the 1200+ foot climb along this trail if you're accustomed to hiking a longer dis...
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Roan Mountain, Tennessee
Jane Bald via Appalachian Trail

4.8

2.64 mi / 581 ft gain

This journey begins at Carvers Gap, on the border of North Carolina and Tennessee. At a beginning elevation of 5512 ft. you will cross the road from the parking area to the trailhead, on the Appalachian Trail, northbound. The trail climbs gently through grasslands and rhododendron before enter...
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Roan Mountain, Tennessee
Roan Highlands: Carvers Gap to US 19E via Appalachian Trail

5.0

15.47 mi / 2598 ft gain

The Roan highlands, possibly one of the best sections of the Appalachian Trail, is a section of grassy balds that range from 5000-6000 feet following the A.T. Start at Carvers Gap ( Highway 261 NC / Highway 143 TN) on the TN/NC border. You can either leave a car at Highway 19E or arrange for a s...
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Bakersville, North Carolina
Grassy Ridge Bald in the Roan Highlands

5.0

4.84 mi / 932 ft gain

Once you've parked at Carver's Gap (5500'), the trailhead is pretty easy to find. Simply cross the highway and jump onto the Appalachian Trail, right on the border of North Carolina and Tennessee. Head north on the AT as you head through the Roan Mountain Balds. In the very beginning of the hike,...
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Bakersville, North Carolina
Round Bald via Carver's Gap

4.3

1.72 mi / 338 ft gain

This super easy hike to the campsites near Round Bald is the perfect intro to backpacking for kids or newbies, but serves just as well for the more experienced backpackers who can't squeeze a longer trip in over the weekend. This short (.5 mile) hike in leads to a grassy opening with amazing vie...
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Bakersville, North Carolina
Backpack to Overmountain Shelter in the Roan Highlands

5.0

5.5 mi / 900 ft gain

Starting from the Carver Gap Parking area (do not leave belongings visible in your vehicle) head North on the Appalachian Trail (cross the road and head up the hill past the kiosk). Stay on the Appalachian Trail for 5.5 miles climbing across open balds and treking through forests and wildflower p...
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Bakersville, North Carolina
Appalachian Trail: Carvers Gap to Yellow Mountain Barn

12.28 mi / 2720 ft gain

Appalachian Trail: Carvers Gap to Yellow Mountain Barn is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Bakersville, North Carolina.
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Seven Devils, North Carolina
Calloway Peak via Profile Trail

7.11 mi / 2493 ft gain

Calloway Peak via Profile Trail is an out-and-back trail with waterfall views located near Banner Elk, North Carolina in Grandfather Mountain State Park.
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Linville, North Carolina
Profile Trail to Calloway Peak

5.0

6.2 mi / 2300 ft gain

If you're looking for a challenge and hoping to escape the crowds at Grandfather Mountain, this is the hike for you. Climbing up the back side of the mountain (opposite the famed mile-high swinging bridge) this trail is fee-free and easy-to-access with its own parking lot. The trail, marked w...
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Roan Mountain, Tennessee
Hughes Gap to Roan High Bluff

10.92 mi / 2986 ft gain

Hughes Gap to Roan High Bluff is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Bakersville, North Carolina.
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Bakersville, North Carolina
Cloudland Trail

5.0

2.46 mi / 276 ft gain

Cloudland Trail is an out-and-back trail offering up expansive views of the surrounding area especially from Roan Bluff. This trail is located near Bakersville, North Carolina. With minimal ups and downs, this makes for a decent family-friendly option. The trail is also dog friendly on-leash.
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Bakersville, North Carolina
Hiking from Carver's Gap to Hwy. 19 on the AT

5.0

20.7 mi

The AT from Carver's Gap to HWY 19 is about 14.5 miles, but with side adventures, it could be roughly 20 miles. The trail crosses the road and continues up about a 400 ft. elevation gain to the first of the balds. This section of the AT is beautiful at near 6000 ft. above sea level and you will g...
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