Mt. Pisgah to Beaver Dam Overlook
Hike Number: 447
Area Location: Pisgah Ranger District, MST, BRP
Trailhead Location: Mt. Pisgah Parking lot
Trailend Location: BRP Beaverdam O/L
Hike Type: One Way
Hiking Distance (miles): 8.5
Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation Range: 3,570 / 5,720
Total Elevation Gain: 1,700
Total Elevation Descent: 2,500
Route Map: .\Hiking\Maps\0447.pdf
Route Profile: .\Hiking\Profiles\0447.pdf
Download GPX track: .\Hiking\Download\0447.gpx
Trail Description: This moderate hike starts with a round trip up and down Mt. Pisgah, and then follow the MST northbound to Beaver Dam Overlook. Expect good views along the route.:-)
Topos: Cruso, Dunsmore Mtn
Special Features: Mountain Views
Flower Season: April-May
DriveHead: Westgate Shopping Center
2nd Meeting Place: French Broad Overlook
Driving Distance(Miles-RT): 45
Driving Directions: I-26 S to NC 191 S to BRP S to left to Mt. Pisgah parking lot. Drop one car at Beaver Dam Overlook.
Notes: 47 different flower types seen on 5-25-05 scouting trip.
6.5 mile car shuttle required.
Hike History: A0502, W0702, W0802, A0803 cancelled, A0803