Black Balsam Trailhead

At a Glance

Fees:	none
Open Season:	Year-round
Usage:	Heavy
Water:	none
Restroom:	Vault
Operated By:	US Forest Service

General Information

Directions: From the Pisgah District Ranger Station/Visitor Center parking lot, turn right (north) onto US 276; proceed 14 miles to the Blue Ridge Parkway; travel south past milepost 420. Turn right on FS816.

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Activities

Day Hiking

Alerts & Warnings

Catawba Falls Trail (TR 225) Closed
Camping and other restrictions now in effect at Max Patch
Nantahala RD: Multiple areas under construction
Appalachian RD: NCDOT construction near Harmon Den may affect Forest access
Grandfather RD: Old House Gap Rd (FS192) temporarily closed
Recreate responsibly
Joyce Kilmer Trail Lower Loop Closed due to rain damage
Target Shooting prohibited on Croatan National Forest

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