North Carolina

Macon County

Appletree Trail

Hiking trail near Nantahala Lake

This 2.2-mile most-difficult trail climbs 1,640 feet in elevation and connects with four other area trails. To access, park or walk across the road from Appletree Branch and follow the blue blazes to the right of the branch. With two stream crossings, the trail meanders through an array of wildflowers.

Length: 2.2 miles

Difficulty: 8

Location: 35.2276992798, -83.6594009399