Near Flat Top Mountain
The Flat Top Trail is nice and wide as it ascends the mountain.

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Flat Top Mountain

4.4 (7 Ratings)
The classic sister hike to the more popular Sharp Top.
5
mi
Distance
1,538
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
ViewsWildflowers

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
5.02mi
Distance
1,538ft
Elevation Gain
1,538ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
3,988ft
High Point
2,512ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
A lovely trail full of wonderful views, large rock formations, and flora that changes with each turn of the trail, including huge oak, poplar, hickory and beech trees, mountain laurel, rhododendron, and an assortment of wildflowers. From the start, the Flat Top Trail climbs steadily with a couple steeper sections and many winding swtichbacks to help east the climb. Once you reach the summit of Flat Top Mountain, the Flat Top Trail does continue on, but if you have had your fill of hiking for the day, simply retrace your steps back downhill to the start.

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