Thurston Griggs Trailhead - Search Nearby - Added by The Outbound Collective
The majesty of the Appalachian trail unfolds all around you as you climb to the Black Rock cliffs.
Park on White Oak road to access the trailhead for this magnificent hike. Be sure to wear sturdy hiking boots--the trail is rocky at parts and there are streams to cross. Accessible February-November.
Photos: Jerry Edmunson
Tags
Hiking
Forest
Scenic
Wildflowers
Details
3.4 Miles
900 ft elevation gain
Out-and-Back Trail
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