Hughes Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald and Return
Hike Number: 138
Area Location: Roan Mtn, Appalachian Trail
Trailhead Location: Hughes Ridge
Trailend Location: same
Hike Type: In and Out
Hiking Distance (miles): 14
Difficulty: Very Difficult
Elevation Range: 4,000 / 6,285
Total Elevation Gain: 3,000
Trail Description: From Hughes Gap N on AT, side trails to Roan High Bluff, Roan High Knob, Grassy Ridge, then return.
Topos: Iron Mtn Gap,Carvers Gap
Special Features: flowers,views
DriveHead: Westgate Shopping Center
2nd Meeting Place: *None*
Driving Distance(Miles-RT): 50
Driving Directions: From Asheville N on US19 past Burnsville, NC197, then US226 to Buladean, then 4 mi on rural road to Hughes Gap