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Mt. Mitchell from base (3,684 ft. in 5.6
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Mt. Mitchell from base (3,684 ft. in 5.6 

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Location: North Carolina, United States, North America

Lat/Lon: 35.76470°N / 82.2653°W

Route Type: hike

Time Required: A long day

Difficulty: strenuous walk-up

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Created/Edited: Aug 28, 2005 / Aug 28, 2005

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Approach


Park at mile 359 on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Route Description


From mile marker 359 on the BRP go north on gravel road marked USFS 472 follow this road for about 5 miles to the Black Mountain Campground. From here, hike the Mt. Mitchell trail the rest of the way.

Essential Gear


Sturdy hiking boots or trail shoes are highly recommended.
Solid raingear is essential in the souther Apps.

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