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  • Info
    • History
    • Contact
  • Arts
    • Artist Directory
    • Bakersville Galleries
    • Toe River Studio Tours
    • Penland School of Craft
  • Outdoor Activities
    • Gateway to Roan Mountain
    • Appalachian Trail
    • Blue Ridge Parkway
    • Water Activities
    • Cycling
    • Walking
  • Community Events
    • Community Calendar
  • Visitors
    • Accommodations
    • Dining
    • Services
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Appalachian Trail

Hike the sections of the Appalachian Trail near Roan Mountain:
  • From Carver's Gap to Roan High Knob, the trail is 4.5 miles round trip and is a moderate hike through a mossy, fir-filled forest, with beautiful Roan Mountain views.
  • From Carver's Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald, over grassy, wildflower-covered fields with exceptional 360-degree summit views at Round Bald, Jane Bald, and Grassy Ridge Bald; 4.7 miles round-trip and moderately difficult. 
  • From Roan Highlands to the Overmountain Shelter, a historic red barn at Yellow Mountain Gap; 11 miles round-trip and a difficult hike. All of the AT hikes are dog-friendly.
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