Balsam Gap to Greybeard Overlook
Hike Number: 464
Area Location: MST, BRP
Trailhead Location: Balsam Gap
Trailend Location: Greybeard Overlook
Hike Type: One Way
Hiking Distance (miles): 3.9
Difficulty: Easy
Total Elevation Gain: 1,030
Total Elevation Descent: 1,310
Route Map: .\Hiking\Maps\0464.pdf
Route Profile: .\Hiking\Profiles\0464.pdf
Download GPX track: .\Hiking\Download\0464.gpx
Trail Description: MST south from Balsam Gap to Greybeard overlooks:-)
Topos: Montreat
Special Features: Blueberries, mountain views
DriveHead: Westgate Shopping Center
2nd Meeting Place: Craven Gap on BRP
Driving Distance(Miles-RT): 44
Driving Directions: I-240 E to left at Charlotte St. exit; right onto Arlington St. to left onto Town Mtn. Rd.; left onto BRP N at Craven Gap.
Notes: 1. A pleasant walk through the woods, stopping for a snack at an open area with great views.
2. Abundant blueberries from mid-August to early September 1 ml south of Glassmine overlook.
Hike History: H0503, H0602, H0702, H0703, H1003