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Posts related to hiking in Western North Carolina.

New Trail Opens in DuPont State Forest
10 Jun 2013

New Trail Opens in DuPont State Forest

by jordan | posted in: Trip Reports, WNC Hiking, WNC Mountain Biking | 0

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

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Crabtree Falls Trail Open, but Campground to Remain Closed
16 Mar 2013

Crabtree Falls Trail Open, but Campground to Remain Closed

by jordan | posted in: WNC Hiking, WNC Waterfalls | 9

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

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New Trail Shelter Completed on the AT
21 Dec 2012

New Trail Shelter Completed on the AT

by jordan | posted in: WNC Hiking | 1

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

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Forest Service Closes Shining Rock to Camping
17 Oct 2012

Forest Service Closes Shining Rock to Camping

by jordan | posted in: WNC Hiking, WNC Waterfalls | 2

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

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Catawba Falls Trailhead Added
3 Jul 2012

Catawba Falls Trailhead Added

by jordan | posted in: WNC Hiking, WNC Waterfalls | 0

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

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Forest Service Reminder: Linville Gorge Camping Permits
22 Jun 2012

Forest Service Reminder: Linville Gorge Camping Permits

by jordan | posted in: WNC Hiking | 1

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

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Gorges State Park Trailhead Updated
30 May 2012

Gorges State Park Trailhead Updated

by jordan | posted in: WNC Hiking, WNC Waterfalls | 0

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

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Much of Gorges State Park Reopened
25 May 2012

Much of Gorges State Park Reopened

by jordan | posted in: WNC Hiking, WNC Waterfalls | 0

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

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Elk Knob State Park Trailhead Added
30 Apr 2012

Elk Knob State Park Trailhead Added

by jordan | posted in: WNC Hiking | 0

We’ve added the Elk Knob State Park trailhead to the site. North of Boone, the new trail in the park winds to the top of 5,500′ Elk Knob, with great views both from the top and along the way. It’s … Continued

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Harmon Den & Max Patch Photo Gallery
8 Feb 2012

Harmon Den & Max Patch Photo Gallery

by jordan | posted in: Photo Gallery, WNC Hiking | 0

We’ve added a few photos of the Harmon Den & Max Patch Mountain area, and the Appalachian Trail as it crosses the summit. Check them out in the Harmon Den & Max Patch Photo Gallery!

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