Overlook Loop

Though the trails in this area can be traveled in either direction, this clockwise loop heads up the steep climb to the overlook first so that visitors can head back down the same way for a much shorter out-and-back. From the overlook, however, this hike continues north along the road, passing the turnoff for the Overlook Trail to find the Boiling Spring Trail just past the 0.5-mile mark.Turn right (east) to follow the Boiling Spring Trail toward a powerline cut where you'll pass entrances for the Old Tram Trail and Overlook Trail. As the Boiling Spring Trail bends to the right (south), you'll pass the Rocky Corner Trail and then arrive at the same powerline cut again, where the Old Boundary Trail heads left. Stay to the right on the Boiling Spring Trail until you arrive at the Sand Mountain Road. Turn right (west) onto the Sand Mountain Road for an easy and flat return to the parking area.