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Roundtop Ridge TR 295
This trail offers a walk through oak-hickory hardwood forests. The trail provides access from Hot Springs to the Rich Mountain Fire Tower. There is loop opportunity with the Appalachian Trail.
Total Length: 3.1 miles
Total Elevation Change: 1,400 feet
Degree of Difficulty: Difficult
Beginning Point: Appalachian Trail
Ending Point: Reservoir Road, Hot Springs
Average Hiking Time: 3 hours (one way)
Amount of Use: Light
Blaze Color: Yellow Rectangle
Area Trail Map: Harmon Den/Hot Springs Trail Map
USGS Quad Map: Hot Springs
At a Glance
| Current Conditions: | Updated September 29, 2020: Roundtop Ridge has been cleared and is now open for hiking! |
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Activities
Day Hiking
Alerts & Warnings
- Moss Knob and Dirty John Shooting Ranges temporary closure
- 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
Quick Links
- Recreation Reservations
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FY2020 Recreation Fee Program Accomplishment Highlights
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