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                     | Elevation Gain = 1400
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                     | Latitude = 36.03462
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                     | Longitude = -82.70177
                     | Longitude = -82.70177
                     | Medical = Big Stone Gap, VA
                     | Medical = Greeneville
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Revision as of 17:21, 5 March 2011


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Trail Name Blackstack Cliffs (AT)
Nearest City Greenville
State Tennessee
Trail Marking {{{Marking}}}
Trail Use/Features Dnr hiking.png
Difficulty Rating Moderate
Hiking Time 1.51.5 Hours <br />0.0938 Days <br />90 Min <br />
Distance, round-trip 1.11.1 mi <br />1.77 km <br />
Climb/Descent Elevation ~0"~" is not declared as a valid unit of measurement for this property. / {{{Elevation Loss}}}"{{{Elevation Loss}}}" is not a number.
High Point 4,4524,452 Feet <br />1,484 Yards <br />1,356.97 Meters <br />
Nearest Medical Greeneville
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Trail Overview

A short spur off Applachian Trail through rhododendron leads to overlook from these cliffs - great lunch spot.

How to get there

  1. Take US23 to Big Stone Gap.
  2. Take the exit onto Gilley Avenue into town for couple miles.
  3. Turn right on 5th Street and drive thru town.
  4. Street becomes Roaring Branch Road.
  5. Park along road by trail sign.

Route Description

After admiring the heavy spring flow over the Roaring Branch waterfall, proceed up stone stairs created by youth conservation corps. The path continues through the very large trees with little undergrowth. Three stream crossings - first may be very difficult after heavy rain. Proceed up ridge line to High Butte overlook. (Great spot for lunch.) Reverse direction back to trailhead.

Typical Conditions

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After the Hike

Misc. Information

Maps

File:Roaring Branch Trail - geocaches.JPG

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