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Carter County

Yellow Mountain Preserve – Little Hump Mountain loop from Elk Park

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United States
Tennessee
Carter County

Yellow Mountain Preserve – Little Hump Mountain loop from Elk Park

Hard

12

hikers

Yellow Mountain Preserve – Little Hump Mountain loop from Elk Park

05:18

16.3km

740m

Hiking

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: November 27, 2025

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Your route passes through protected areas

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Cherokee National Forest

Pisgah National Forest

Waypoints

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534 m

US-19E

Highlight • Parking

US-19E is one of the most convenient access points to the Appalachian Trail near Roan Mountain. The road connects directly to both Roan Mountain, TN, and Elk Park, NC, it …

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2

1.92 km

Yellow Mountain Preserve

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Yellow Mountain Preserve is a protected forest that covers this part of the Appalachian Trail, and due to its high altitude, it can be constantly foggy, creating a magical scene. You’ll see moss, mushrooms, and wildflowers lining the path.

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3

4.45 km

Morgan Branch

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Morgan Branch is one of the water sources in this section of the AT. Even though it looks pristine, make sure to filter the water, as it flows from a residential area.

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4

5.40 km

Doll Flats Campsite

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Doll Flats is a campsite tucked at the edge of the forest, marking the transition from the high balds to lower elevations. The small meadow offers flat tent sites, a …

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5

8.13 km

Little Hump Mountain

Highlight • Summit

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16.3 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

8.37 km

7.62 km

323 m

Surfaces

15.6 km

389 m

323 m

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