Baxter Creek to Mt Sterling

Hike Name: Baxter Creek to Mt Sterling Location: west NC Length: 12 Submitted by: Brian Mahoney Date Submitted: 0/0/00 Rating:	more North Carolina trail reviews North Carolina national parks North Carolina state parks
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Description
Possibly the hardest 6 miles you'll ever hike "up". Literally, this trail climbs steeply gaining over 4100' in elevation over the 6 miles to the summit of Mt Sterling. You will cross over sevral easily crossed streams and pass through an amazing tunnel of rhododendron. Your reward at the top is a fire tower that gives you a 360 degree view of the Great Smoky Mountains. I rate this hike as extremely strenuous and worth the challenge. There is a water source near the top for any emergency water that may be needed. You will also have an assortment of trails available for your trip back down. The campsite at the top is excellent but always seems to be cold. This hike can be a great day hike or you can backpack in and enjoy the many different trails that connect you to this great section of country. Come prepared, either way.

Directions to Hike
Off Interstate 40 at the TN/NC border, Waterville Exit #451. Follow the road around to the left near the Big Pigeon river, pass the Hydroelectric Power Plant and continue on to the 4 way stop. Continue straight, pass the ranger station on your right, to the campground area on your left. Turn in to the campground and follow the signs for hiker parking.

Contact Information
Ranger Station at Waterville NC

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