Appalachian Trail, Virginia
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Collettsville, North Carolina
South Harper Creek Falls
5.03.46 mi / 564 ft gainSouth Harper Creek Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Collettsville, North Carolina.Read more -
Bakersville, North Carolina
Hiking from Carver's Gap to Hwy. 19 on the AT
5.020.7 miThe 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...Read more -
Johnson City, Tennessee
White Rock Loop
5.04.94 mi / 1457 ft gainWhite Rock Loop is a loop trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Johnson City, Tennessee.Read more -
Johnson City, Tennessee
White Rock Overlook
5.02.85 mi / 876 ft gainThe White Rock trailhead is less than a 10 minute drive from downtown Johnson City. When pulling up Highbridge Road, take a left at the fork. You will shortly encounter a vehicle gate where you will park to the side of the road (do not block the yellow vehicle gate). You have the option to walk ...Read more -
Johnson City, Tennessee
Hike to Tip Top on Buffalo Mountain
4.05.4 mi / 1388 ft gainTip Top rests on one of the highest points of Buffalo Mountain. The overlook features tree coverage perfect for hammocking and benches while providing views of Downtown Johnson City as well as the other side of the mountain range. The hike from the trailhead to Tip Top is moderately steep. The tr...Read more -
Johnson City, Tennessee
Fork Knob, White Rock and The Noggin Loop
5.03.12 mi / 1220 ft gainThe Fork Knob and White Rock Loop in Johnson City, Tennessee, is a moderately challenging hiking trail that spans approximately 3.12 miles. The trail is marked by a variety of natural features, including a prominent rock formation known as White Rock, which offers panoramic views of the surroundi...Read more -
Johnson City, Tennessee
Sunset Point
5.00.65 mi / 223 ft gainSunset Point is an overlook located in Buffalo Mountain State Park. The trail is a short hike up along the White Rock loop trail then a short walk off the trail to get to the overlook. There is a clearing with a few benches that has wide open views to the west. The short hike up to the point shou...Read more -
Johnson City, Tennessee
Lone Oak to Tip Top Trail
3.25 mi / 1253 ft gainLone Oak to Tip Top Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Johnson City, Tennessee.Read more -
Unicoi, Tennessee
Red Fork Falls Trail
3.50.68 mi / 190 ft gainRed Fork Falls Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Unicoi, Tennessee.Read more -
Unicoi, Tennessee
Pinnacle Mountain Fire Tower via Fire Tower Road
5.03.47 mi / 663 ft gainPinnacle Mountain hosts one of the nicest fire towers on the East Coast of the United States. The fire tower is relatively new, sturdy, and has a large 360 degree viewing area at the top. The tower overlooks the Downtown Johnson City area, Elizabethton, Erwin, and the rest of the Buffalo Mountain...Read more -
Newland, North Carolina
Linville Falls Trail
4.10.98 mi / 177 ft gainLinville falls is one of North Carolina's treasures and perhaps the most photographed water fall in the state. Bring the whole family out and explore the area surrounding the falls. There are about 4 total miles of trails meandering around and through the gorge and right up to the falls. There ar...Read more