Anst - Appalachian Road
National Forests in North Carolina, Madison County, NC
Point-to-point trail in National Forests in North Carolina, Madison County, NC. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 160.2 mi (257.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 34,045 ft (10,377 m)
- Est. Time
- 68 hr 50 min
- High point
- 6,178 ft (1,883 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Point to point
Features
Along the way
- Spring 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from start
- Spring 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from start
- Peak: Snowbird Mountain 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from start
- Spring: Wildcat Spring 7.7 mi (12.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Hawks Roost 11.7 mi (18.8 km) from start
- Peak: Max Patch Mountain 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint 15.8 mi (25.4 km) from start
- Shelter: Roaring Fork Shelter 17.5 mi (28.2 km) from start
- Spring: Big Rock Spring 26.2 mi (42.2 km) from start
- Peak: Deer Park Mountain 32.7 mi (52.6 km) from start
- Visitor center: Welcome Center 35.5 mi (57.2 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Lover's Leap 36.7 mi (59.1 km) from start
- Campsite 43.6 mi (70.1 km) from start
- Shelter: Spring Mountain Shelter 46.2 mi (74.3 km) from start
- Peak: Spring Mountain 46.5 mi (74.8 km) from start
- Shelter: Little Laurel Shelter 54.8 mi (88.2 km) from start
- Spring 54.8 mi (88.3 km) from start
- Peak: Little Firescald Knob 58.4 mi (94 km) from start
- Peak: Big Firescald Knob 59.3 mi (95.4 km) from start
- Peak: Andrew Johnson Mountain 61.7 mi (99.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Anst - Appalachian Road
How long is Anst - Appalachian Road?
Anst - Appalachian Road is 160.2 mi (257.8 km) long. Most people take about 68 hr 50 min. It climbs 34,045 ft (10,377 m) in total, up to a high point of 6,178 ft (1,883 m).
How hard is Anst - Appalachian Road?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Anst - Appalachian Road?
Parking at the start. Closest lot to the start: Trailhead Parking. 14 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Anst - Appalachian Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 17.5 mi (28.2 km). 10 springs (treat before drinking).
Is Anst - Appalachian Road shaded?
Mostly shaded (94% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Anst - Appalachian Road?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Anst - Appalachian Road?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Anst - Appalachian Road?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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