Case Camp Ridge Trail #119
1.7 mi - Difficult - This is a strenuous trail that climbs 1,000 feet in elevation in less than two miles. Near the beginning of the trail you will climb moderately before passing through a forest management area. This is a shelterwood cut that was completed in 1991. From here the trail becomes steep, and provides excellent wintertime views of the surrounding mountains. The effects of chestnut blight are well illustrated: Chestnut stumps, a reminder of a once magnificent chestnut forest, are seen throughout the hike. The trail terminates on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Cherry Cove Overlook.
Approximate Elevation Change: 1000 feet
Blaze: Blue
At a Glance
Open Season: | Year-round |
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Usage: | Heavy |
Restrictions: | Hiking Trail: foot traffic only. |
Water: | no |
Restroom: | none |
Operated By: | US Forest Service |
General Information
Directions: Leaving the Pisgah District Ranger Station/Visitor Center parking lot, turn right (north) onto US 276. After approximately nine miles, turn left onto FS 475B (Headwaters Road). Proceed to Case Ridge Gap, an additional mile down this gravel road. The beginning of the trail is marked by a set of steps across from a parking area. There is adequate parking here for at least four vehicles.Activities
Day Hiking
Alerts & Warnings
- Pisgah RD: Partial closure of FSR 475B Headwaters Road
- Be Bear Aware
- 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