Near Carvers Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald
Heading towards Grassy Ridge Bald.
Near Carvers Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald
Heading towards Grassy Ridge Bald.
Near Carvers Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald
Roan Mountain (Round Bald) Panorama.
Near Carvers Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald
Heading towards Grassy Ridge Bald.
Near Carvers Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald
AT view to the west.

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Carvers Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald

4.6 (39 Ratings)
Hike along Roan Mountain taking in three beautiful balds.
4.9
mi
Distance
1,188
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Family FriendlyViews

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
4.85mi
Distance
1,188ft
Elevation Gain
1,188ft
Elevation Loss
25%
Max Grade
6,194ft
High Point
5,510ft
Low Point
Path Type
There and Back
Description
Enjoy breathtaking views all around you as you hike to three different balds. Starting from Carver's Gap, you'll enjoy an easy hike on gravel to your first bald, Round Bald. The hike to Round Bald is very heavily trafficked. After Round Bald, the gravel ends, and the trail begins to become more rugged on your way to Jane Bald. On your way, look for wild berry bushes along the side of the trail. Once you have past Jane Bald, you'll come to a Y in the trail where you'll bear right to head to the Grassy Ridge Bald. Grassy Ridge is the highest of the three balds at 6,165 ft. From here you have 360-degree views of the surrounding hills of Tennessee and North Carolina.

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