Round Bald - Member Hike
| Hike Name: | Round Bald |
|---|---|
| Country: | United States |
| State: | North Carolina |
| Nearby Town: | Roan Mountain |
| Rating: |  |
| Directions: | From Roan Mountain, TN, follow TN-143 for 12.5 miles to Carver's Gap. |
| Total Hike Distance: | 3.00 miles |
| Hike Difficulty: | Moderate |
| Permit Required: | No |
| Hike Type: | In & Out, Backtrack Hike |
| Hike Starts/Ends: | Carver's Gap |
| Trails Used: | Appalachian Trail |
| Backcountry Campsites: | Yes |
| Backcountry Water Sources: | None |
| Management: | U.S. Forest Service |
| Contact Information: | Pisgah National Forest Supervisor's Office 160 Zillicoa St. Suite A Asheville, NC 28801 828-257-4200 |
| Best Season: | Spring, Summer, Fall |
| Users: | |
| Road Conditions: | Primary Paved Roads, Secondary Paved Roads |
| Hike Summary: | This short hike to Round Bald starts at Carver's Gap and climbs ~300' through an evergreen forest to the bald with outstanding views in all directions. The trail is mostly within the State of North Carolina, but crosses in to Tennessee briefly as you close in on the Round Bald. The Appalachian Trail continues northbound past the bald with views to the ski resort of Beech Mountain in the distance. This is a great day hike that is both family and dog friendly - although you should expect a lot of company on weekends. |
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