Wilbur Dam Rd to TN91: Difference between revisions
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This monument is the gravesite of hermit Nick Grindstaff (b. Dec 26, 1851, d. July 22, 1923). He lived a remote existence on Iron Mountain after being robbed and beaten out west. The chimney-like monument was constructed out of the remains of his cabin. Local folklore tell that when locals tried to carry out the body of Nick, his dog was so protective that they had to overpower it. It was later laid to rest with Nick. Past hikers who have camped at the site have claimed to hear the haunting howls of the dog in the night. | This monument is the gravesite of hermit Nick Grindstaff (b. Dec 26, 1851, d. July 22, 1923). He lived a remote existence on Iron Mountain after being robbed and beaten out west. The chimney-like monument was constructed out of the remains of his cabin. Local folklore tell that when locals tried to carry out the body of Nick, his dog was so protective that they had to overpower it. It was later laid to rest with Nick. Past hikers who have camped at the site have claimed to hear the haunting howls of the dog in the night. | ||
It was dark when I woke. This is a ray of snusihne. | |||
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Revision as of 18:47, 19 May 2011
(Trail South > North)
Wilbur Dam Road
This is the last access point to the Trail before the long ridge walk along Iron Mountain. It can be reached from Stoney Creek via TN91 or from Elizabethton via Siam. The road is gated during the winter approximately 2 miles from the Trail.
Vandeventer Shelter
Vandeventer Shelter (3510') is a concrete block shelter built by the United States Forest Service in 1961. Sleeps 6. Water is available .5 miles from the shelter on a steep blue blaze trail. It is located within the Big Laurel Branch Wilderness. Nearby are tremendous views of Watauga Lake.
Iron Mountain Shelter
Iron Mountain Shelter (4125') is a concrete block shelter built the United States Forest Service in 1960. Sleeps 6. Water is available .2 miles south on the Trail.
Uncle Nick Grindstaff Monument
This monument is the gravesite of hermit Nick Grindstaff (b. Dec 26, 1851, d. July 22, 1923). He lived a remote existence on Iron Mountain after being robbed and beaten out west. The chimney-like monument was constructed out of the remains of his cabin. Local folklore tell that when locals tried to carry out the body of Nick, his dog was so protective that they had to overpower it. It was later laid to rest with Nick. Past hikers who have camped at the site have claimed to hear the haunting howls of the dog in the night.
It was dark when I woke. This is a ray of snusihne.
TN91
Located at the ridge crest of Cross Mountain between Stoney Creek and Shady Valley at Osborne Farm. There is a small parking area and Cherokee National Forest information display.