Hiking Highlight (Segment)
Recommended by Marco Bernacchioni
This Highlight goes through a protected area
Please check local regulations for: Mount Mitchell State Park
This segment may be dangerous
Parts of this Highlight comprise highly technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
Deep Gap Trail begins at the picnic area next to the Mount Mitchell Summit parking lot and continues over several of the 6,000 foot peaks in the Black Mountains. After you pass the first main peak on the ridge (Mount Craig), the trail is less used and more strenuous.
June 19, 2023
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