TN/NC Section 24 Pictures - Milemarker 0.0 - 1.7

Wayah Gap - Siler Bald

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Map shows Wayah Road crossing in Wayah Gap and FS road 69 to tower. You can also see the short hike south to US route 64, not shown passing Sieler Bald.
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mm 0.0 Limited shoulder parking at Wayah Gap. GPS N35.1539 W83.5807
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MM 00 Wayah Gap Picnic Area also identified as Wayah Crest Trailhead. Walk up the stairs and continue straight until you hit the AT.
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mm 1.7 Upper trail jct with side trail to Siler Bald Shelter. GPS N35.1421 W83.5759
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mm 1.7 Side trail to Siler Bald summit. GPS N35.1421 W83.5759
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Trail south from Wayah Gap there is a side trail to the west to Siler Bald and its beautiful views. Another side trail to East leads to shelter.
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Hikers resting at the top of Siler Bald
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mm 1.7 View of Standing Indian from Siler Bald
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