Near Flat Rock Ridge Trail
About halfway up ridge looking off towards Stone Mtn State Park
Near Flat Rock Ridge Trail
More overlooks on the way UP Flat Rock Ridge Trail
Near Flat Rock Ridge Trail
Blue Ridge Parkway at the top of Flat Rock Ridge
Near Flat Rock Ridge Trail
Saw these signs frequently as the trail borders gamelands

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Flat Rock Ridge Trail

4.5 (10 Ratings)
The easiest of the singletrack ascents/descents in Doughton Park, but, man, it is sweet with great views along the way.
4.7
mi
Distance
2,243
ft
Gain
strenuous
Difficulty
Fall ColorsViewsWildflowersWildlife

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.74mi
Distance
2,243ft
Elevation Gain
425ft
Elevation Loss
45%
Max Grade
3,249ft
High Point
1,431ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
Making up one of the four trails that start at the bottom of Doughton Park and lead up to the parkway and Mountains to Sea Trail, Flat Rock Ridge might be my favorite. It is very manageable in either direction, and there are a couple of great overlooks along the way that give you breathtaking views of the park.

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Contributors
Brandon Thrower