From the mysterious disappearance of Roanoke settlers to the Wright brothers' first flight, the Outer Banks are historically important yes, but they are also postcard pretty with enough beach to share between summer visitors.
Trail descends along a ridge from Brasstown Bald parking lot to Track Rock Gap. There are ups and downs, some steep along the way. The final mile has several switchbacks. Open ridge tops provide excellent views. This trail is within the Brasstown Wilderness for about 5 miles of its length. This trail is not blazed.
Details
Length:
5.5 miles
Difficulty:
Intermediate
Time:
1.5 - 2.5 hours
Additional Details:
NOTE: There is a parking fee. The trail leaves the parking lot from the northwest corner near the restrooms. To reach the lower end of the trail at Track Rock Gap, go east of Blairsville on U.S. 76 for 6 miles. Turn right (south) on Track Rock Road and drive 3 miles to a gravel parking lot
on the right just past the petroglyphs in the gap. The trail begins across the road from the parking lot.
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