About the Hike

Hike Description

Contact hike leader by email for reservation. Climb along beautiful Coontree Creek through open forest up to Saddle and Bennett Gaps and on to Buckwheat Knob; then return via Coontree Gap (opposite side of loop). This hike fulfils the requirements for hike 62 of the 100 Favorite Trails.Topos: Shining Rock

Scout Report

I lead this hike for another hiking group. There were 8 of us and we got up to the top for a quick lunch. It started raining on the way back, so we abandoned the full Coontree loop and went straight back to our cars. This gave us close to eight miles. Depending on the weather, we might go out and back as well and not complete the Coontree loop. I will let you know closer in since some of you might need this for the 100 FAV. Also please note that quite a few people slipped and fell on the way back. Sections are very steep and rocky and poles are absolutely recommended

RSVP

Step 1 of 2 - Personal Information

Name(Required)
Hike Number
209
Hike Leader
Kelly O'Rourke
Hike Co-Leader
N/A
Canceled
No
Group
All-Day Weekend
First Meeting Place
Tanger Outlets parking lot behind Waffle House off Exit 33 of I-26 at 08:30 AM
Second Meeting Place
Pisgah Forest Walmart parking (back of center aisles close to Taco Bell) at 09:00 AM
Rating
B-AA ?
Total Elevation Gain (Feet)
2200
Challenges
Pisgah 400
Drive Distance
60