Field Trip to Roan Mountain
06/15/2024 07:30 AM - 07:00 PM ET
Admission
- Free
Location
Meet at Carver's Gap Trailhead
Allow for long driving time
Carver's Gap, NC
Room Number: NC261
Allow for long driving time
Carver's Gap, NC
Room Number: NC261
Description
Roan Mountain
Saturday June 15, 2024
SCNPS will travel to the Highlands of Roan Mountain on the Tennessee/North Carolina border for a day field trip. The Roan Highlands and the grassy balds of Round Top are unique ecosystems. From Rhododendron catawbiense to Flame Azaleas and Grey’s Lily, the sights and botanicals inspire awe among plant lovers.
Plan to meet the group at the parking lot at Mountain Inn & Suites in Flat Rock, NC and be ready to leave Flat Rock at 7:30 am. From there we will carpool to Carver’s Gap trailhead parking lot on NC 261 at 10 am. From Greenville the distance to Carver's Gap is approximately 125 miles and the driving time approximately 2 1/2 hours.
Trip Leader: Dan Whitten
This trip is limited to 15 people.