Date: 10/28/2024
Name: Standing Indian Mountain via Deep Gap
Distance: 5.6
Difficulty: Moderate
Total Climbing Elevation: 1,175
Type: Out & Back
Notes: We were a bit late for much fall color, but it was still a good hike with ideal cool and clear weather. FS71 to Deep Gap was clear and in very good condition. The AT was also open with few signs of Helene having caused many blowdowns. The AT to Standing Indian is not very steep, but well used, exposing lots of loose rock and roots which combined with fall leaf cover requiring careful footing. With just a light haze and no fog in the valleys, we had very good views from the summit. Today's Hikers: Beth McDonald, Jenny Bell, Heather Wall & Toby, Renee Corbett, Matt Henderson & Toby, Allyson Aldrich & Mike Bell.
AllTrails Link: Appalachian Trail-Standing Indian Mountain via Deep Gap near Franklin, NC
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