NRT Database

Location: backcountry
State(s): North Carolina
Counties: Watauga
Longitude: -81.78121
Latitude: 36.119883

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Description

Ascends 2000 feet over 2.6 miles to summit of Calloway Peak (highest point in Blue Ridge Range) Good views, cables and ladders in steep sections.

Hiking/Camping permits are required. Permits are obtained via self-registration at a kiosk approximately .1 mile into trail from parking area. Camping is allowed only by reservation.

Additional Details

Width: 72 inches.
Primary Surface: Not Available
Secondary Surface: None
Elevation Low Point: Not Available
Elevation High Point: Not Available
Elevation Gain (cumulative): Not Available

Year Designated: 1982

Supporting Webpages and Documents

Contact Information

For more information and current conditions, contact the trail manager (listed below). For questions, suggestions, and corrections to information listed on the website, contact American Trails.

Grandfather Mountain State Park
9872 N.C. 105 S.
Suite 6
Banner Elk, NC 28604
828-963-9522