Fork Ridge Trail
| Fork Ridge Trail (log in to submit report) | |
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| Park | Buffalo Mountain Park |
| Land Owner | Johnson City Parks & Rec |
| Located | Johnson City, TennesseeLocation inherited from associated park |
| Trail Marking | White |
| Trail UseThings allowed to do on or near the trail |
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| FeaturesThings to see on or near the trail |
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| Difficulty Rating | Medium |
| Hiking TimeTime from car and back. Includes any time hiking to access this trail. | 1 hr0.0625 Days <br />60 Min <br /> round trip |
| Distance: | 1.96 mi3.154 km <br /> trailStrict non-repeating trail length / 3.92 mi6.309 km <br /> round tripTypical or shortest length from the car, hike the trail, and return to car |
| Trail Type | Segment |
| Low / High Point | 2,269 ft756.333 Yards <br />691.591 Meters <br /> / 3,177 ft1,059 Yards <br />968.35 Meters <br /> |
| Elev. Gain/LossSee link for details of calculation. Gain/Loss is direction dependent. | 956 ft291.389 Meters <br /> / (-54 ft-16.459 Meters <br />) – North-to-South |
| Trip ReportsFrom user "hiked it" submissions<br />Recent is within last 90 days | 1 logged hikes (0 recent) |
| NearbyWithin 5 mi<br />Click link to view list | 9 trails / 8.9 mi of trail |
| Parking | 36° 16' 43.14" N, 82° 20' 45.96" W Map |
| Trailhead | 36° 16' 0.04" N, 82° 20' 21.97" W Map |
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Fork Ridge Trail is a black line along with White Rock Trail and Cascade Trail, while the Fork Knob Trail is in blue.
Trail Overview
Located in Buffalo Mountain Park, this trail runs along the ridgeline at park's south edge connecting the Towers with Fork Knob.
How to get there
Refer to the “How to get there” instructions on the Buffalo Mountain Park page. The trail can be reached from several places, including Hartsell Hollow and the picnic area.
Route Description
The white-blazed Fork Ridge Trail is a segment of the "grand circuit" loop. It runs down and up the ridgeline saddle. Double red blazes, along with several yellow signs and couple of benchmarks, are also observed which mark the park's southern boundary with the national forest.
Typical Conditions
Well-worn trail path through the forest and rhododendron. Rerouted itself several years ago when a tree fell onto the trail.
Fees, Permits, etc.
No fees or permits required.
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