The Bartram Trail is designated as a National Recreation Trail by the National Trails System Act of 1968. The trail is blazed in a yellow, vertically oriented rectangle in North Carolina and a ...
An easy to moderate one mile round trip hike to the beautiful 60 ft Rufus Morgan Falls. Trailhead is about 40 minutes from downtown Franklin. Since this trail is very ...
An out and back trail with plenty of ridgeline and several creeks to cross. Some parts of the trail can be steep and rocky, including some steep steps, but the ...
A very short hike to a beautifully long waterfall in the Nantahala National Forest. Two viewing areas provide up close views of Mooney Falls. Explore this 0.2-mile out-and-back trail near ...
Siler Bald is a 3.7 mile out and back trail with breathtaking 360 views at the top. The trailhead parking lot is located approximately 15 miles from downtown Franklin. From ...
On the drive to Wayah Bald, you can stop at the Wilson Lick Ranger Station (about three miles before you reach the summit). Built in 1916, Wilson Lick gives you ...
Explore this 4.0-mile out-and-back trail only minutes from Franklin. This section of the trail is called Section 4 of the 100-mile N.C. Bartram Trail. The trail has a stunning waterfall ...
So much to do here: walk or bicycle on the five-mile mostly level path along the river, kayak, bird watching, or simply chill. The greenway offers a cornucopia of wildflowers ...
A moderately challenging 1.4 mile out and back trail which follows the ridge line and leads to Pickens Nose lookout. Most of the way is covered by beautiful rhododendrons with ...
Famous for its nationally recognized mountain biking trails, Tsali Recreation Area near Fontana Lake is a paradise for outdoor lovers. With over 40 miles of well-maintained singletrack, it’s a favorite ...
