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{{Park | |||
{{ | |Park Type=Recreation Area | ||
|Park Website=https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/nfsnc/recarea/?recid=48922 | |||
|Trail Map Link=https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/nfsnc/recarea/?recid=48922 | |||
|Activities=Hiking, Boating, Biking, Horses, Fishing | |||
|Features=Lakes | |||
|Lodging Types=Campground | |||
|Camping Amenities=Showers | |||
|City=Almond | |||
|Area=2,800 acres | |||
|Operated By=Nantahala National Forest | |||
|Main Location=35.41575, -83.59222 | |||
}} | }} | ||
{{Park trail map}} | |||
__TOC__ | |||
==Park Overview== | |||
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Four loop trails along the shores of Fontana Lake. While open to hikers, better suited for mountain bikes and horses. | Four loop trails along the shores of Fontana Lake. While open to hikers, better suited for mountain bikes and horses. | ||
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<!-- Please enter detailed instruction on how to find the trail head. --> | <!-- Please enter detailed instruction on how to find the trail head. --> | ||
From Johnson City, TN: | From Johnson City, TN: | ||
#Take I-26 to | #Take I-26 to Asheville. | ||
#Then I-40 west to the exit for US-74. | #Then I-40 west to the exit for US-74. | ||
#Follow US-74 for 49 miles (past Bryson City). | #Follow US-74 for 49 miles (past Bryson City). | ||
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<!-- Detailed description of the route. Is there any side trails that are worth traveling? --> | <!-- Detailed description of the route. Is there any side trails that are worth traveling? --> | ||
The following trails are available to explore. | The following trails are available to explore. | ||
{{Park trail table}} | |||
{ | |||
To share the trails, the following schedule has been implemented: | To share the trails, the following schedule has been implemented: | ||
Thompson Loop Trail and Mouse Branch Loop Trail | Thompson Loop Trail and Mouse Branch Loop Trail | ||
:Hiking - seven days a week | :Hiking - seven days a week | ||
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Mountain bikers and horse riders must pay a daily use fee. | Mountain bikers and horse riders must pay a daily use fee. | ||
== | ==Gallery== | ||
{{Park trail gallery|Park={{PAGENAME}}}} | |||
{{Trail Stub | |||
== | |Trail=Tsali Right Loop | ||
|Trailhead location=35.406438,-83.584095 | |||
|Trail Distance=11.0 mi | |||
|Difficulty=Medium | |||
= | |Trail Marking=Unknown | ||
|Trail Highlight=FS# 38 - Hiking/Biking/Horseback | |||
}} | |||
{{Trail Stub | |||
|Trail=Tsali Left Loop | |||
|Trailhead location=35.406384,-83.584264 | |||
|Trail Distance=11.9 mi | |||
|Difficulty=Medium | |||
|Trail Marking=Unknown | |||
== | |Trail Highlight=FS# 38A - Hiking/Biking/Horseback | ||
}} | |||
{{Trail Stub | |||
|Trail=Thompson Loop | |||
|Trailhead location=35.406050,-83.586026 | |||
|Trail Distance=7.7 mi | |||
|Difficulty=Medium | |||
|Trail Marking=Unknown | |||
|Trail Highlight=FS# 152 - Hiking/Biking/Horseback | |||
}} | |||
{{Trail Stub | |||
|Trail=Mouse Branch Loop | |||
|Trailhead location=35.408430,-83.589081 | |||
|Trail Distance=9.0 mi | |||
|Difficulty=Medium | |||
|Trail Marking=Unknown | |||
|Trail Highlight=FS# 152A - Hiking/Biking/Horseback | |||
}} |
Latest revision as of 23:52, 19 December 2019
Tsali Recreation Area | |
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Park Type | Recreation Area |
Located | Almond, North Carolina |
External Links | Official Website |
Entrance Fee | Unknown |
ActivitiesThings to do at the park | ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
Park AmenitiesThings built to enjoy or use at the park | |
FeaturesNatural things to see at the park | ![]() |
Park Trails |
4 Trails / Total of 39.60 miles63.73 km <br /> |
Lodging Types | ![]() |
Camping Amenities | |
Park Area | 2,800 acres11.331 km² <br /> |
Operated By | Nantahala National Forest |
Main Location | 35° 24' 56.70" N, 83° 35' 31.99" W Map |
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Park Overview[edit]
Four loop trails along the shores of Fontana Lake. While open to hikers, better suited for mountain bikes and horses.
How to get there[edit]
From Johnson City, TN:
- Take I-26 to Asheville.
- Then I-40 west to the exit for US-74.
- Follow US-74 for 49 miles (past Bryson City).
- Turn right/west onto NC-28.
- Turn right/north into the Tsali Campground.
Route Description[edit]
The following trails are available to explore.
Park Trails | Distance | Difficulty | Marking | Usage | Highlight |
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Mouse Branch LoopThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 9.00 mi | Medium | Unknown | FS# 152A - Hiking/Biking/Horseback | |
Thompson LoopThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 7.70 mi | Medium | Unknown | FS# 152 - Hiking/Biking/Horseback | |
Tsali Left LoopThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 11.90 mi | Medium | Unknown | FS# 38A - Hiking/Biking/Horseback | |
Tsali Right LoopThis trail is a "stub" either because of its short length, lack of significance, or the page hasn't been created yet. The page can be created, but then delete the stub reference from this park. | 11.00 mi | Medium | Unknown | FS# 38 - Hiking/Biking/Horseback |
To share the trails, the following schedule has been implemented:
Thompson Loop Trail and Mouse Branch Loop Trail
- Hiking - seven days a week
- Horseback Riding - Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
- Mountain Biking - Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Tsali Horse Trail (Right Loop and Left Loop)
- Hiking - seven days a week
- Horseback Riding - Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
- Mountain Biking - Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
Typical Conditions[edit]
Wide trails (8 ft or more) with limited change in elevation.
Fees, Permits, etc.[edit]
Mountain bikers and horse riders must pay a daily use fee.
Gallery[edit]