Lemon Gap - Bluff Mtn.
Hike Number: 593
Area Location: Appalachian Trail
Trailhead Location: Lemon Gap
Trailend Location: same
Hike Type: In and Out
Hiking Distance (miles): 7.6
Difficulty: Moderate
Total Elevation Gain: 1,900
Total Elevation Descent: 1,900
Trail Description: This AT hike takes us past the historic Walnut Mtn. shelter (built in 1938 by CCC) and recently cleared bald area, through Kale Gap and to the summit of Bluff Mtn. We may also bushwhack to the real peak of Bluff Mtn.:-)
Topos: Lemon Gap
Special Features: Mountain Views
DriveHead: Westgate Shopping Center
2nd Meeting Place: Pilot Truck Stop, I40 at Exit 24
Driving Distance(Miles-RT): 120
Driving Directions: I-26 E to I-40 W to exit 7; right turn and follow past Max Patch to Lemon Gap
Hike History: A0801