Allen Gap to Tanyard Gap
Hike Number: 420
Area Location: Appalachian Trail, lookout tower
Trailhead Location: Allen Gap
Trailend Location: Tanyard Gap
Hike Type: Car Shuttle
Hiking Distance (miles): 8.8
Difficulty: Difficult
Total Elevation Gain: 2,100
Route Map: .\Hiking\Maps\0420.pdf
Route Profile: .\Hiking\Profiles\0420.pdf
Download GPX track: .\Hiking\Download\0420.gpx
Trail Description: Follow AT from Allen to Tanyard Gaps.:-)
Topos: Hot Springs
DriveHead: Westgate Shopping Center
2nd Meeting Place: none
Driving Distance(Miles-RT): 80
Driving Directions: I-26 W to US 25/70 W to Tanyard Gap. For Allen Gap, go straight from US 25/70 onto NC 208 to TN/NC state line - AT crosses there.
Notes: Great views from Rich Mountain Tower, a visit to Spring Mountain Shelter and one of the prettiest sections of the AT in our area highlight this pleasant hike.
20-mile car shuttle required.
Hike History: A0501, A0801, W0903