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Summary: This trail is described in Allan DeHarts North Carolina Hiking Trails. The trail is very easy, and the old Woody House is a must see. Also take time to visit the old School House, and Palmer Chapel while you are in the valley. Wildlife in the valley consist of Bear, Deer, Elk, and Wild Boar. In early spring close deer sightings are common. Do not attempt to approach the Boar or Elk. Bear are seldom seen, they remain on the remote high ridges of the valley. For hikes other than those listed here visit my other web site North Carolina Hikers Trailhead: Take I-40 west from Asheville for Aprox. 22 miles to the US-226 - Cove Creek exit. Turn laft on US-226 for 1/4 M. turn right on Cove Creek Road. Follow this road for 10 M. come to intersection of new Cataloochee rd. turn left follow this road to the dead end gate at a large open field. This is the parking area and start of the Rough fork Trail. (Lat:35.61691 Lon:-83.12037) Trail Guides for Rough Fork Hike: North Carolina Hiking Trails (third edition) by Allen de Hart (Appalachain Mountain Club Books.) Best Seasons: Fall, Spring, Summer, User Groups: Hikers, Dogs, Bikes, Horses, Ranger Contact: Pisgah Ranger District, District Ranger, 1-828-877-3265 Localhikes Reporter: This hike was submitted by Steve Owen, who has posted 11 other hikes on this site. To visit this reporters web site, click here. Trail Reviews Submit your own review 
Reviewed by Beth Briggs on 4/2/2006 There is a typo in the directions: take I-40 to 276 (not 226). Also, the exit is not marked "Cove Creek," can't recall what the exit is named...sorry, but it is 276. Otherwise good description...three foot bridges on trail and homestead at end. Very level, good for folks of all ages.
Reviewed by J.L. on 2/26/2005 This was indeed a very nice hike. Fairly level with a wide, well-maintained trail; our three-yr-old walked almost the whole 2 mi. Also, there are several creek crossings, and an historic old homestead at the end which all add to the fun-factor. One word of caution: the desc. implies dogs are allowed on the trail; they are not. Nowhere in the Smokys Nat'l Park are dogs allowed on trails. Notice: Traveling in the backcountry can be hazardous. You are responsible for informing yourself about these hazards and taking necessary precautions. Information on this web site comes from volunteer reporters and may contain errors or omissions. A current guidebook and proper equipment are essential for safe enjoyment of the hikes posted on this site. Keys: North Carolina Hiking, North Carolina Trails, North Carolina Hikes, Haywood County Hiking, Haywood County Trails, Haywood County Hikes | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||