Roan Mountain Hiking Trail (Appalachian Trail)
Roan Mountain Hiking Trails: The Appalachian Trail, the nation’s longest marked footpath at 2,178 miles, has numerous access points near Asheville. We like the rugged Roan Mountain section near Bakersville. From the Carver’s Gap (5,500 feet) parking area we recommend heading northeast towards the Grassy Ridge section which includes the longest stretch of grassy bald in the Appalachian Mountains. Don’t forget to take your camera! Some of the best landscapes for pictures there is on the Appalachian Trail can...