While many visitors park at Carver’s Gap for the hike to the balds, this lot fills up quickly.
The Roan Mountain Day Use Area (a short 1.8-mile drive away) provides easy access to incredible views at Roan High Knob.
Want to get the most out of your trip?
The Roan Highlands are only the beginning. There are over 250 trails in the Pisgah National Forest.
Over 600 miles of non-motorized trails traverse the Cherokee National Forest, including nearly 150 miles of the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.
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The Roan Highlands are a short drive from dozens of trails and activities. For more info on the Pisgah or Cherokee National Forests, you can also download the National Forest and Grasslands Explorer App. Click here for a full list of trails in the Appalachian Ranger District with information and directions. Always remember to Leave No Trace and recreate responsibly. Map courtesy of USFS