Bays Mountain Road
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Trail Overview
Located in Bays Mountain Park. This is an vehicle restricted antenna service access road that sees very little traffic. It offers both a lookout tower and overlook area looking southward into Kingsport and the surrounding area. It's wide trail can make it a comfortable social hike for larger groups. This trail also allows bikes once inspected and stickered by park staff.
How to get there
From the main parking lot, go towards the telescope observatory and walk up the road towards the access gate. Follow the trail on the right that will eventually merge with the road on the ridge.
Route Description
The path starts off fairly steep but levels off once on the ridge. This trail meets up with River Mountain Road and Azalea Trail for possible loops hikes
Typical Conditions
The trail is fairly wide to allow service trucks and can be rutted and with puddles in wetter months.
Fees, Permits, etc.
See the Bays Mountain Park page for details
After the Hike
Visit the other trails, animal exhibits, and Nature Center
Misc. Information
Maps
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Lookout tower, elevation 2172'
(E) 36.52300,-82.59001
Overlook platform
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Intersection
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Locked gate on Bays Mountain Road
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