And for you serious hikers, max patch is a 34 hour hike on the appalachian trail from your romantic secluded log cabin where the view of the smoky mountains is an unforgettable. The main focus here is the trail magic, and the mountain is there for those who wish to make an overnighter of it. It is a major landmark along the tennesseenorth carolina section of the appalachian trail, although its summit is located in north carolina. Max patch is a part of the appalachian trail and is something else to say the least. Im sure the more and more i go camping alone, to further places that are more secluded, the easier it will be for me to not be scared of being too alone out in the wilderness. My friend and i drove up the mountain expecting to camp and hike to the. Located only 6 miles away from hot springs nc, western north carolinas premier outdoor recreation town, this historic farm overlooks the french broad river. Hike the appalachian trail at max patch mountain, one of our favorite, cantmiss hikes in north carolina. 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.
This campground closes for the year on september 6th and reopens may 24th. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible yearround. Make a weekend trip from max patch to hot springs n. The elevation of hot springs is 1,326 feet, and by the appalachian trail, is 20 miles. 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.
As well, we were starting out on top of max patch, one of the most beautiful areas that i have been to on the at so far, and we were finishing up in hot springs, a great little trail town where we were guaranteed a warm, delicious, celebratory breakfast at the famous smoky mountain diner. Max patch hot springs 2020 all you need to know before you. Dancing sun cabins are romantic, rustic and remote log cabins with private hot tubs located near hot springs, nc on 100 acres next to pisgah national forest. Since then there has been homestead, a logging mill, and an air strip on the mountain. We decided to go to max patch near hot springs, nc. While camping is usually prohibited at the summit, several large backpacking. Mitchell on the east to the great smoky mountains on the south. The manmade meadow on top of the mountain was once home to large herds of grazing cattle. Apr 19, 2016 max patch madison county near hot springs. It is a 6 mile drive down a maintained but bumpy u. Regardless, it is one of the mostvisited peaks in the area.
The small town of hot springs, nc is the only place in north carolina where the. Lemon gap to max patch hiking trail, marshall, north carolina. We will hike about 11 miles, camping for the night nearat garenflo gap its lower, about 2,500 feet, and will. Max patch hiking hot springs, nc blue ridge mountain life. Planning on going from max patch to hot springs starting at daybreak this friday and arriving sometime saturday.
According to my appalachian pages theres no camping other than these areas. Kanati lodge vacation retreat kanati lodge vacation. Hike the appalachian trail at max patch, one of north carolinas most. Camping in maine camping in england california beach camping utah camping florida camping camping world southern california asheville camping asheville nc max patch hike, nc see photos and hiking guide for max patch bald mountain along the appalachian trail near hot springs and asheville north carolina in pisgah national forest. Hike a section of the famous appalachian national scenic trail or a. There is a sign here and at all the other junctions to direct you to max patch.
Max patch mountain in nc boasts a 360degree view of the appalachian mountains including the blue ridge and the smokies. Shuttle to max patch, and hiked back to hot springs perfect day and view for miles high atop max patch. Visit max patch on your trip to hot springs or united states. Unplug from the world will give you time to read that book, play board games or.
The cabin was very clean and it was everything we imagined. One of the most popular hikes in western north carolina is just 20 minutes from town at max patch, a southern appalachian bald with 360degree views and great picnic opportunities. Apr 11, 2016 located about 40 minutes from hot springs, nc is max patch mountain, located in pisgah national forest. Sep 28, 2016 im sure the more and more i go camping alone, to further places that are more secluded, the easier it will be for me to not be scared of being too alone out in the wilderness. We were back at max patch in plenty of time to set up camp and have our dinner. Max patch hot springs all you need to know before you.
Bluff mountain outfitters in hot spring shuttles as well. Max patch is a 4,629foot tall bald mountain with an incredible 360degree mountain vista just 20 miles from hot springs. Directions take exit 7 on interstate 40 and head east on gravel cold spring road, usfs 148, for six miles, then left north on nc sr 1182 to intersection with a. Nestled among national forests, the campground is just minutes away from max patch, a popular spot on the appalachian trail. Max patch is a mountain on the tennessee north carolina border. With the fogged in max patch and the twisty road to get there, my intuition had failed me. If youre coming in from the north, it makes more sense to come via the town of hot springs than i40. Picnic at max patch and a hot mineral bath during the day, go for a relaxing stroll around town, take a hike to lovers leap or picnic at max patch. The trail climbs max patch on log steps carved into the hillside and then crosses the grass to the broad summit of the mountain.
Facilities at the area include picnic tables, grills, restrooms, water and two picnic shelters for large groups. Or hike the scenic route to max patch, following the appalachian trail from lemon gap on a tenmile adventure through a stream and wilflower. After a long day on the trail or fighting the rapids, the outdoor mineral baths at hot springs resort and spa might be just what youre looking for. Max patch to hot springs on the appalachian trail david. The hike up to the top is more than worth the spectacular view. In a region home to almost 40 peaks over 6000 feet, max patch stands a humble 4629. 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. Paint rock farm glamping resort offers beautifully furnished stout tents on 160 acres amid national forest. This area is 6 miles downriver from hot springs, nc. Max patch is a local favorite in the southwest mountains of north carolina. Hike a short twomile adventure through town and along the rivers banks, and to the summit of lovers leap, a rocky precipice that offers beautiful views of the french broad and the town of hot springs.
Highlights include max patch, roaring fork shelter. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, nature trips, and backpacking. Sep 15, 2015 a day hike between max patch and hot springs, nc. Find free public parking for hikers along andrews avenue turn right. Well worth the detour, the hike to the top is part of a small loop that is well marked. Catfish and koi can be spotted in the pond, and trout swim in the stream that boarders the campground. This is a vlog of me and the boys going to max patch in north carolina and we camp. Max patch trail hiking the appalachians near asheville, n. I only wish i could be there for every sunrise and sunset. Today, its a 350acre tract of open land on a high knob with 360degree views. Rocky bluff campground offers solitude in a wooded setting and is located 3 miles south of hot springs.
Rocky bluff hot springs, north carolina free camping. Max patch hot springs 2020 all you need to know before. The appalachian trail follows the crest of the appalachians along the north carolina and tennessee state line. It was once forested, but legend has it that indians burned it, apparently for visibility. Romantic log cabins with private hot tubs hot springs, nc. Jul 10, 2016 one of the most popular hikes in western north carolina is just 20 minutes from town at max patch, a southern appalachian bald with 360degree views and great picnic opportunities. These sites are designated to minimize damage to cold springs creek. Camping deals great deals when we get them no more than once per month subscribe now. This is an incredible, relatively easy hike with the reward at the end being hot springs on the french broad river. In between the soaring mountains of the great smokies and the rolling hills of hot springs the a.
If soaking in the tub isnt your thing, hot showers are located 25 feet away at the bathhouse next to the camp store. Theres a large communication station or some kind of large piece of technology on the top of snowbird mountain south of max patch. At primitive camps, you must provide your own water, bury all human waste and toilet paper, and take out your trash. In fact, one of the best spots for stargazing is max patch mountain, a 4,629foot bald summit on the north carolinatennessee border called the crown jewel of the appalachian trail. Looks like if we stay near a shelter were gonna have to do like 14 miles the first day then 6 the next or 7 the first day and the next. Max patch mountain hot springs, north carolina hiking. Max patch loop via appalachian trail north carolina alltrails. The town of hot springs, north carolina, is located on the french broad river, 30 miles north of asheville. 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 to hot springs on the appalachian trail david m allen. Camping primitive style means getting back to nature and the simplicity of life. This area offers picnicking, fishing, canoe and kayak access to the french broad river. For more information about camping in hot springs, nc, or for additional resources regarding experiencing the outdoors in north carolina, visit the national park service. Max patch is a grassy summit at an elevation of 4629 feet.
Challenging 20 plus mile hike back into town to our car at the trail head. Max patch weather forecast 1411m mountain forecast. Max patch is a bald mountain on the north carolinatennessee border in madison county, north carolina and cocke county, tennessee. Opensky camping across north carolina our state magazine. Of course, the hike is straight up, but one can endure anything for 20 minutes. There is a flushing commode, pedestal sink and an antique claw foot soaking tub.
Max patch mountain is a 4,600 foot bald that provides 360 degree views of the surrounding blue ridge and smoky mountains. Unplug from the world will give you time to read that book, play board games or just find your quite space. The hot tub was so relaxing with the beautiful sights and sounds of nature. Downtown hot springs, asheville, and waynesville are all nearby and provide many destination hot spots. 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. From asheville, take us 2570 north to hot springs 36 miles. An awesome section covering the famous max patch with creek crossings and the deep hardwoods of pisgah national forest. Find several trails atop the grassy bald, many of them leading to prime camping spots.
Located about 40 minutes from hot springs, nc is max patch mountain, located in pisgah national forest. Dogs are also able to use this trail but must be kept on leash. It was such a wonderful time to relax and celebrate nature. We loved max patch, hot springs and the stars at night. However for now, a place like max patch was perfect and i recommend it for anyone out there wanting to try solo camping. Jamie albert is with danny pennington at max patch mountain. Power and water we do not have at our sites we just are not into disrupting the birds singing, crickets chirping or the water rushing. The appalachian trail crosses right over the summit running north and south. 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. The trail is primarily used for hiking, camping, nature trips, and backpacking and is best used from march until november. Mitchell on the east to the great smoky mountains on the. From downtown hot springs, follow highway 209appalachian medley scenic byway 7.
Moderate rain total 12mm heaviest on sat morning, then becoming colder with a dusting of snow on sat morningfreezethaw conditions max 10c on fri afternoon, min 2c on thu morningwinds increasing light winds from the wnw on thu night, strong winds from the wsw by fri night. May 07, 2018 this is a vlog of me and the boys going to max patch in north carolina and we camp. Hot springs, nc is also a popular mountain wedding destination. In the mountains of north carolina, you dont have to climb very high to see the stars. Paint rock farm glamping resort in north carolina, united.