Max patch is a local favorite in the southwest mountains of north carolina. However, with the snow covering the groundtrail, the low temperatures and the constant wind, it made the few miles a bit longer than normal, but. Max patch hike the appalachian trail at max patch, one of north carolina s most popular at hikes, on a grassy, bald mountain thats covered in wildflowers. Max patch mountain hot springs nc at an elevation of 4,629 feet, max patch boasts a 360degree view of the appalachian mountains including the blue ridge and the smokies. Max patch mountain hot springs, north carolina hiking. Before the current pandemic situation a couple buddies and i had the good fortune to set off for a 4day backpacking trip along the appalachian trail in north carolina s pisgah national forest.
Appalachian trail hike max patch to hot springs day 1. Nestled in the blue ridge mountains of western north carolina, hot springs is located on the banks the french broad river and spring creek with great locations for swimming. Find free public parking for hikers along andrews avenue turn right. Max patch perfection hidden in north carolina is a beautiful slice of nature called max patch. My friend and i drove up the mountain expecting to camp and hike to the. Make a weekend trip from max patch to hot springs n. Coronavirus leads forest service to close appalachian trail. Hike the appalachian trail at max patch mountain, one of our favorite, cantmiss hikes in north carolina. Max patch mountain is one of the most visited, most photographed, and most wellloved mountaintops on the appalachian trail in the south.
Max patch short loop hiking trail, marshall, north carolina. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. Parking and shuttle in hot springs, nc if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. However, with the snow covering the groundtrail, the low. For other nearby hikes on the appalachian trail, go to max patch or rich mountain. This is an incredible, relatively easy hike with the reward at the end being hot springs on the french broad river. Max patch, at hike hike a section of the famous appalachian national scenic trail or a. Iron horse station is a beautifully restored 19th century hotel.
Sitting just inside north carolina along the boundary with tennessee, the mountain is. We covered 34 miles from max patch through hot springs up to rich mountain fire tower then finished back down in. Max patch mountain was once cleared for pasture land, leaving an expansive flat summit that now serves as the ideal location for a picnic hike, flying a kite, or laying in the sun surrounded by the great smoky mountains. Thank you for the detailed info on hiking, waterfalls, etc. Max patch mountain closed north carolina alltrails. Max path area in pisgah national forest, near the nc tn border. Before the current pandemic situation a couple buddies and i had the good fortune to set off for a 4day backpacking trip along the appalachian trail in north carolinas pisgah national forest. Mar 18, 2020 my pace today is pretty good and i hit 18 miles around 4. The mountain views from the more barren patch are spectacular. Wildflowers bloom there in the spring and fantastic leaf color can be seen in the fall. Since the famous appalachian trail at goes through the tiny town of hot springs, you can hike from the center of downtown for a very scenic 2mile loop.
Hot springs log cabins are located six scenic miles south of the charming mountain town of hot springs, nc, on a majestic mountain knoll surrounded by the peaks of bluff mountain and pisgah national forest. In a region home to almost 40 peaks over 6000 feet, max patch stands a humble 4629. Max patch mountain is a 4,600 foot bald that provides 360 degree views of the surrounding blue ridge and smoky mountains. Max patch hot springs 2020 all you need to know before. Its a grassy mountaintop thats feverishly loved by thruhikers on the epiclength at and day hikers alike. Mar 28, 2020 popular access sites are affected by these changes include max patch and roan mountain carvers gap, both in the cherokee and pisgah national forests, lovers leap in hot springs, and wayah bald and. Recently voted the best small mountain town from georgia to west virginia by readers of blue ridge outdoors magazine, you will find we have a welcoming small town.
Our 2020 property listings offer a large selection of 377 vacation rentals around hot springs. For the most amazing views, try hiking up to max patch mountain or driving to rich mountain lookout fire tower. Max patch hiking hot springs, nc blue ridge mountain life. Standing bear to hot springs, nc coronavirus update. I only wish i could be there for every sunrise and sunset. Hike max patch mountain, max patch mountain trailhead. We had the amazing crew over at bluff mountian outfitters in hot springs, nc shuttle us to the top of max patch. How many vacation rentals are available around hot springs, nc. Turn right onto meadow fork road at the max patch sign. There is a sign here and at all the other junctions to direct you to max patch. See photos and hiking guide for max patch bald mountain along the appalachian trail near hot springs and asheville north carolina in pisgah national. The hot springs welcome center of madison county is located at 106 bridge street, the main street in hot springs, north carolina. View 1 photos for 7161 max patch rd, hot springs, nc 28743 a bed, bath, 1,440 sq. Catch a gorgeous sunrise, sunset or afternoon picnic on this moderate two mile loop with stunning 360degree views and seemingly endless sunshine.
Popular access sites are affected by these changes include max patch and roan mountaincarvers gap, both in the cherokee and pisgah national forests, lovers leap in hot springs, and wayah bald and. Purchased to relocate the appalachian trail off the highway and onto national forest land, this area has an elevation of 4,500 feet. The trail is primarily used for hiking, walking, and nature trips and is best used from april until october. Max patch is one of the most popular hiking areas in our region. The appalachian trail crosses right over the summit running north and south. Its a scenic drive west from hot springs, and a moderately short adventure to a grassy bald thats drenched in sunshine and covered in wildflowers. Mountain magnolia inn in hot springs, nc, is a familyrun mountain inn perfect for romantic getaways, weddings, celebrations, reunions, retreats, and fun family vacations. May 17, 2017 day hiking a top 10 favorite on the appalachian trail.
Appalachian trail lemon gap to max patch north carolina. We enjoyed being ourselves, celebrating our honeymoon. Max patch is a mountain on the tennessee north carolina border. Max patch trail hiking the appalachians near asheville, n. Day hiking a top 10 favorite on the appalachian trail. Highlights include max patch, roaring fork shelter. Located about 40 minutes from hot springs, nc is max patch mountain, located in pisgah national forest. Its one of the most spectacular settings youll experience in the blue. Coronavirus leads forest service to close appalachian. If youre coming in from the north, it makes more sense to come via the town of hot springs than i40. You can break this up however you like, this is just a general list. It is located directly on the appalachian trail, across the street from the post office and next door to gentry hardware store hours.
Appalachian trail hike max patch to hot springs day 1 october 29, 2015 december 2, 2019 starpulp after planning my at hike for almost a year, i finally took my first step with my friend, jenni, the morning of saturday, september 12, 2015. Some call it the crown jewel of the appalachian trail, the famous footpath which crosses it at the top. Max patch to hot springs on the appalachian trail david m allen. The appalachian trail crosses the top of the grassy bald. Max patch is a 4,629foot tall bald mountain with an incredible 360degree mountain vista just 20 miles from hot springs. The hike up to the top is more than worth the spectacular view. But its a quick descent, and once you rejoin the summit accessmax patch loop, the trail is broader and flatter, though not as wide as on the way up the other side of the hill. Sep 15, 2015 a day hike between max patch and hot springs, nc. While this mountain isnt naturally bald it was cleared for grazing in the nineteenth century, its certainly naturally beautiful. Do not let the 700 sq scare you this is by far the best floor plan and very spacious you will love this spot. Hot springs, nc, a resort destination for almost 200 years, has long been renowned for its healing hot mineral springs, scenic mountain setting, and abundance of natural resources. As you enter town, youll drive across the river bridge and railroad tracks on bridge street photo above.
Hike a section of the famous appalachian national scenic trail or a. During the day, go for a relaxing stroll around town, take a hike to lovers leap or picnic at max patch. Lovers leap hike, hot springs, nc romanticasheville. It was once forested, but legend has it that indians burned it, apparently for visibility. My pace today is pretty good and i hit 18 miles around 4. Hikes are moderate to easy there is something for everyone easy access to trails great fishing pond it.
This cabin experience was far more than we expected to be. Max patch fall colors and foliage on an asheville fall. Apr 11, 2016 located about 40 minutes from hot springs, nc is max patch mountain, located in pisgah national forest. This is max patch, a popular, iconic, almost idyllic bald summit on the appalachian trail thats beloved by hardcore at thruhikers, casual day hikers and frisbeeflingers alike. Rising 4629 feet, max is a rolling, sprawling stretch of mountain meadow that offers plentiful sunshine, incredible views, and an ontopoftheworld feeling. Lovers leap is a rock outcropping on the appalachian trail in hot springs that offers a spectacular panoramic view of the french broad river and pisgah national forest. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, nature trips, and backpacking and is best used from march until november. The road turns to gravel, and near the summit turn right on state road 1182 for about 3 miles to the max patch parking area on your right. I would recommend this property to anyone looking for a quaint cabin.
Very mild max 18c on sun afternoon, min 5c on fri afternoon. Max patch is a bald mountain on the north carolinatennessee border in madison county. Michael is very quick to respond and very accommodating. Max patch mountain with view towards the southeast. The town of hot springs, north carolina, is located on the french broad river, 30 miles north of asheville. Since then there has been homestead, a logging mill, and an air strip on the mountain. Max patch weather forecast 1411m mountain forecast. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible yearround. We loved max patch, hot springs and the stars at night. To get to max patch from hot springs, take nc 209 south for 7. Today, its a 350acre tract of open land on a high knob with 360degree views. Mitchell on the east to the great smoky mountains on the south. Max patch road to hot springs, nc enjoy panoramic smokies views on blueberry and rhododendronlined trails on the way to french broad river, where relaxing hot springs await. Turn right onto sr 1181 and follow the signs to the parking lot.
Regardless, it is one of the mostvisited peaks in the area. The sundrenched, domed summit is home to broad, grassy meadows filled with abundant wildflowers and enormous, epic views in every direction. Dec 31, 2018 this is a great property very close to the at at max patch and hot springs. At the end of the day, a soak in the hot mineral springs followed by a soothing couples massage is the ultimate in relaxation. Max patch mountain this 350 acre tract of open land on a high knob overlooks the great smoky mountains and the black mountain range. Freezethaw conditions max 19c on tue afternoon, min 2c on thu morning. Max patch is a bald mountain on the north carolina tennessee border in madison county.
As well, most of the hike was downhill, except for a short climb up to the top of walnut mountain. Max patch mountain in nc boasts a 360degree view of the appalachian mountains including the blue ridge and the smokies. Hike the appalachian trail at max patch, a grassy, bald mountain thats covered in. Browse mls listings in hot springs and take real estate virtual tours at realtor. Would not say it is our favorite hike, but it is a very ice day hike. Max patch is a bald, the southern appalachian name for a hilltop without a single tree. We covered 34 miles from max patch through hot springs up to rich mountain fire tower then finished back down in hot springs. This is a great property very close to the at at max patch and hot springs. Nc mountain getaway near hot springs nc max patch asheville.
Max patch to hot springs on the appalachian trail david. With little elevation gain and a short distance it is also very family and dog. The small town of hot springs, nc is the only place in north. Standing bear to hot springs, nc coronavirus update the trek. Hot springs, nc real estate hot springs homes for sale.