Wednesday, July 11th, 2012 at 8:36 am
The Andy Lane Trail, formerly known as Scorched Earth Gap trail, is one of those hikes you'll remember.
It's a 6.6 mile (round trip) out and back day hike that starts on the Catawba Valley floor, crosses a meandering stream several times, and then climbs to to the top of the mountain where it meets up with the Appalachian Trail.
From the trailhead, take the yellow blazed Andy Lane trail for about 3.1 miles to the intersection with the Appalachian Trail. Turn right onto the white blazed AT (southbound) and reach Tinker Cliffs within 0.25 miles. Enjoy the 180 degree view!
- Length: 6.6 miles (3.3 miles each way)
- Elevation range: From 1,300 feet near the trailhead and creek crossings to just under 3,000 feet at the cliffs.
- Views: Bluff top views are the most prominent feature, but there are also nice creek drainages, intriguing rock formations, and lovely forests along the way.
- Access a downloadable map, complete with driving directions.
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