Join NC High Peaks for a fun day at Mt. Mitchell State Park on Saturday August 17.  The day will begin with a stroll around the Balsam Nature Trail, a 3/4 mile trail with interpretive signs.  While rated as relatively easy the trail is uneven with tripping hazards so hikers may want to use hiking poles.  The hike will also take us to the summit of Mount Mitchell for 360-degree views from the highest mountain east of the Mississippi. After the hike we will adjourn to the newly reopened Mt. Mitchell Restaurant for lunch.

Hikers should meet at the lower summit parking lot (at the end of NC 128) near the Balsam Nature Trail Gate at 9:30 am.  Contact hike leader Diane Schramm at emilydianehoover@gmail.com or call ‭(904) 349-0479‬ for more information and to reserve a spot.  As always check the High Peaks website https://nchighpeaks.org/ or Facebook page for possible cancelation due to inclement weather.