About the Hike

Hike Description

Contact hike leader for reservation. Limit of 10 hikers. This moderate in-and-out hike features great views from the Rich Mountain fire tower near Hot Springs. We follow the A.T. north from Tanyard Gap, then take a short side trail to the fire tower, and return via the A.T.Topos: Hot Springs

Scout Report

Keiko, Linda and I had a beautiful (but slightly warm) day on the mountain. The trail is in great shape except for the 3 fallen trees that require climbing or crawling around. The climb is over 1300 feet and well graded but I would not classify this as an easy hike. Our walking time was 4 hours, with few stops. The reward is an amazing view from the tower. The total distance is 5.8 miles. '

Hike Number
325
Hike Leader
Lee Silver
Hike Co-Leader
N/A
Canceled
No
Group
Half-Day Sunday
First Meeting Place
160 Zillicoa St. (USFS parking lot) off Exit 25 of I-26 at 10:00 AM
Second Meeting Place
N/A
Rating
C-B ?
Total Elevation Gain (Feet)
1350
Challenges
Lookout Tower
Drive Distance
61