Easy hike along the Appalachian Trail through hardwood forest to open bald with views of nearby mountains and Erwin.
Parking available for five vehicle at trailhead. There is another pull-over on the NC side around the bend.
Follow the white AT blazes trail northbound. The trail will cross USFS 230 at 1.1 miles. Continue north to open grassy area which is Beauty Spot. Return by same or the USFS road.
At Beauty Spot, look east for Roan Mountain, south for Black Mountains, and southwest for Big Bald and Flattop Mountains.
Maintained Appalachian Trail, so follow the white blazes.
No permits or fees required.
This easy hike was proposed to the Girl Scouts for their Centennial in 2012.
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