Forest Service to close N. Mills River Area for 6 Months

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It looks like the Brushy Ridge logging project will be getting underway soon, and during that time, the entire North Mills River area will be closed to public access. A post on the NC Wildlife Resource Commission’s web site alludes to … Continued

Tsali’s Left Loop Closed Temporarily

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The US Forest Service announced a closure of Tsali’s Left Loop trail due to a landslide today. Full press release is below. Edit 3/1/2014: The Forest Service has reopened the trail now. Enjoy it! National Forests in North Carolina U.S. … Continued

New Trail Opens in DuPont State Forest

In celebration of National Trails day on June 1, 2013, several new trails were officially opened in DuPont State Recreational Forest, including a new connector between the end of Turkey Knob Road at Pinnacle Mountain Road and Little Briery trail. … Continued

Crabtree Falls Trail Open, but Campground to Remain Closed

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Due to the 5% decrease in the Park Service’s budget this year, the Blue Ridge Parkway’s Crabtree Falls campground near Spruce Pine & Little Switzerland, NC will remain closed throughout the 2013 season. This is in addition to several other … Continued

New Trail Shelter Completed on the AT

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Hikers on the Appalachian Trail in the Standing Indian area of the Nantahala National Forest near Franklin, NC have a new trail shelter to enjoy. Located at the head of the Long Branch drainage, the new, sturdy structure replaces the … Continued

Forest Service Closes Shining Rock to Camping

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The National Forests in NC just announced a camping ban, until further notice, in the Shining Rock Wilderness and Graveyard Fields areas, due to bear activity (trying to get food inside campers’ tents). The news release is below: Date(s): Oct … Continued

Catawba Falls Trailhead Added

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We’ve added the Catawba Falls Trailhead page, which is a part of Pisgah National Forest’s Grandfather Ranger District near Old Fort, NC. Now that the parking area is officially open, this becomes one of the highly recommended waterfalls in the … Continued

Forest Service Reminder: Linville Gorge Camping Permits

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The Forest Service reminded Linville Gorge Wilderness visitors about weekend and holiday camping permits this summer. Permitting is in place from May 1 thru October 31 to ensure a good visitor experience in the gorge. The full press release is … Continued

Gorges State Park Trailhead Updated

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We’ve updated the Gorges State Park trailhead page with information about the newly opened facilities, trails, and hiking opportunities in the park. This is becoming a great place to visit. Hopefully some more extensive trail opportunities will open up in the … Continued

Much of Gorges State Park Reopened

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According to the N.C. Division of Parks and Recreation’s web site, much of Gorges State Park – including the loop road, picnic areas, and several trails – have reopened after a long period of closure for construction! So get on … Continued