Traphill, North Carolina

Traphill, North Carolina, is a great destination for outdoor adventures. With its picturesque trails, must-visit attractions, and top outdoor activities, it provides an unforgettable experience. The area is home to the Stone Mountain State Park, which features hiking, camping, and fishing spots. The Brushy Mountains State Park offers miles of trails for biking and horseback riding. The Yadkin River is great for tubing, kayaking, and canoeing. If you're looking for something a little more leisurely, the area is home to several wineries and vineyards. Whether you're looking for excitement or relaxation, Traphill has something for you.

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Traphill, North Carolina
Hike the Stone Mountain Loop

4.5

This is a strenuous 4.5 mile hike beginning from the Lower Parking Lot in Stone Mountain State Park (for a 5.2 mile hike, begin at the Upper Parking Lot). From the lot, take the trail by the bathroom. Keep right at the first trail intersection, then left at the second trail intersection to stay ...
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Traphill, North Carolina
Hike to Wolf Rock and Cedar Rock

5.0

This easy 3.0 mile hike begins at the Lower Trailhead Parking Lot at Stone Mountain State Park and includes a 400' ascent to two granite outcrops with nice views. This hike can be combined with the Stone Mountain Loop hike for a 6.5 mile strenuous hike.From the parking lot, walk towards the strea...
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Hays, North Carolina
Hike along Basin Creek in Doughton Park

5.0

11 mi / 1800 ft gain

A treasure in North Carolina that doesn't get as much attention as it should, Doughton Park has some of the best trails around. It is the largest park operated by the Blue Ridge Parkway and has over 30 miles of trails available. The parking area for the Basin Creek Trail is small, but rarely cro...
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Sparta, North Carolina
Hike the Bluff Mountain Trail

1.8 mi / 270 ft gain

Before you head out, check the status of the Blue Ridge Parkway (it periodically closes during the winter). The entire Bluff Mountain Trail is a 7.1 mile trail that traverses the Doughton Park Area along the Blue Ridge Parkway. To do this particular hike, park at the bathrooms in the Doughton P...
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Purlear, North Carolina
The Lump Trail

4.0

0.27 mi / 82 ft gain

The Lump Trail is an out-and-back trail where you may see beautiful wildflowers located near Purlear, North Carolina.
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Purlear, North Carolina
Cascades Trail

5.0

0.86 mi / 220 ft gain

Cascades Trail is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Deep Gap, North Carolina.
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Hiddenite, United States
Hike The Hollow Rock Trail at Rocky Face Mountain

4.0

2.4 mi / 514 ft gain

From the parking lot, head northwest to find the trailhead for Buzzard Roost Loop. Follow that and stay left to meet up with the Hollow Rock Trail. This is a moderate hike with great views of the park. Perfect for a quick escape with the family. For a quick and tasty bite after your hike, hit up ...
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Elk Creek, Virginia
Camp at Comers Rock Recreation Area

1 mi

I didn't have any issues putting "Comers Rock Recreation Area" into my phone's GPS (Waze) and arriving exactly where I was supposed to. When you turn off US 21 (aka the Grayson Turnpike/Elk Creek Parkway) to Jefferson National Forest Road 57, you'll see a sign a parking lot that says "road not su...
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Pinnacle, North Carolina
Hike the Jomeokee Trail at Pilot Mountain SP

4.3

0.8 mi / 100 ft gain

This unique peak, also known as the Big Pinnacle, is in Pilot Mountain State Park. From the main parking area on top of the mountain on Pilot Knob Park Road, you can first view the Big Pinnacle from the overlook attached to the parking lot. The prominent mountain behind the Big Pinnacle is Hang...
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Pinnacle, North Carolina
Rock Climb at Pilot Mountain SP

5.0

Wide assortment of climbing on some of the best granite in the world. The grades range from 5.5 to 5.13 so anyone could find their level. It is a very top rope friendly climbing area. All thanks to the Carolina Climbers Coalition who regularly check and maintain all of the bolts located on all of...
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Mouth of Wilson, Virginia
Photograph Sugarland Overlook

Located just inside the park entrance of Grayson Highlands State Park in Virginia, Sugarland Overlook provides an outstanding easterly view of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains. The Sugarland Overlook is located about a mile up from the ranger station and is on the righthand side of the road....
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Creston, North Carolina
Three Top Mountain

4.2 mi / 1260 ft gain

Three Top Mountain sits within the same vicinity of Elk Knob. The mountain gets its name from its three prominent rock projections at its peak. The highest point, unofficially named “Big Rock”, is at an elevation of 5020 feet. Prior to the originally named rock peak, you will arrive at Huckleb...
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Mouth of Wilson, Virginia
Twin Pinnacles Loop

5.0

1.35 mi / 157 ft gain

Park at the Visitor Center; don't stress when you get to the parking lot and can't see it, it's up the hill. From the parking lot hike across the road and find the staircase. Follow this up to the Visitor Center. If you're standing in front of the Visitor Center, the trailhead will be to the left...
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Mouth of Wilson, Virginia
Stamper's Branch Trail

3.37 mi / 781 ft gain

Stamper's Branch Trail is an out-and-back trail that provides a good opportunity to view wildlife located near Mouth of Wilson, Virginia.
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Mouth of Wilson, Virginia
Mount Rogers via Appalachian Trail

5.0

9.1 mi / 1549 ft gain

First of all, who doesn't love wild ponies! There are tons of ponies here, and although they are wild, they are not afraid of people and you can get pretty close (just don't feed them!). Once you enter Grayson Highlands State Park, you will see a parking lot for Massie Gap a few miles in, par...
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Mouth of Wilson, Virginia
Backpack the Grayson Highlands

4.8

9.1 mi / 1549 ft gain

Spanning roughly 4500 acres, located in a portion of Jefferson National Forest, looming under the highest peak in Virginia lies the Grayson Highlands. A part of Virginia’s State Parks system and a United States National Landmark, located in Mouth of Wilson, Virginia, the Highlands are home to wil...
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