메이컨 카운티 최고의 워킹 & 하이킹 경로

Just north of the GA/NC border & home of the iconic gnarled oak tree

Sharp Top has a rocky outcrop within the forest, providing a strategic point for panoramic views of Nantahala National Forest and its surrounding mountains and ridges. Since the trail follows a ridge line to the summit and there are limited water sources along the way, be sure to bring plenty of water with you.

A summit of 5342 ft above the forest, offering views of the Great Smoky Mountains and some hills in Georgia at the horizon line. At the top you can find an old stone fire lookout, built in 1937 by the Civilian Conservation Corps. There was a fire in 2018 that burned some trees around the area and the roof of the tower, that waslater rebuilt.

Deep Gap is an accessible mountain pass with amazing views of the lush Nantahala Forest. This is a popular area in Nantahala National Forest, so if you want to avoid crowds it is better to go early.

This is the point where Long Branch Trail meets Appalachian Trail, a mountain pass that has not many views, but works as a connector.

Rocky Bald is one of the summits in Nantahala National Forest with a grassy area at the peak surrounded by forest, offering expansive views of Big Branch and Laurel Branch valleys with the mountains around. Unlike nearby Wayah Bald, this is not such a busy summit.

This small cabin surrounded by forest offers shelter to Appalachian Trail hikers, a simple shelter with a table and some benches.

Standing Indian Mountain, at 5499 ft, is the highest point along Nantahala River. This Mountain was part of the Cherokee territory, and its name in the native language was Yunwitsule-nunyi, which translates to "where the man stood." This is a beautiful hike in any season, with abundant forest and amazing summit views.