Rufus Morgan Falls

Rufus Morgan Falls is a really nice 60-70′ waterfall not to far west of Franklin, NC. The 1.5 mile (round trip) hike is family friendly and moderate in difficulty. The waterfall is at the half way point, so the hike can either be done as a loop or an out and back. You could combine this hike … Continue reading Rufus Morgan Falls

Turkey Pen – Bradley Creek – Poundingmill Loop Hike

Easy to Medium 7.2 Mile Loop Hike. Varied hike following South Mills River with possible small stream crossings. Long pants and poles suggested. Proceed left of sign to S. Mills River and cross suspension bridge. Follow the river north on the Bradley Creek trail; then left on Squirrel Gap to a snack break on Pounding … Continue reading Turkey Pen – Bradley Creek – Poundingmill Loop Hike

Bent Creek: Lower Sidehill & Chestnut Cove Stroll

This is a 7.2 mile st roll in a lollipop formation thru well maintained trails. FS 479 at bent Creek Gap off the Blue ridge to trailhead: Take the Campground Connector trail following the blue blaze from the Bent Creek Campground at Bent Creek Gap Road for 3/4 a mile. It’s a smooth, level old … Continue reading Bent Creek: Lower Sidehill & Chestnut Cove Stroll