Roan Highlands

Ranked No. 23 in National Geographic s 50 Best American Adventures, Roan Highlands consists of a 48 mile stretch of the Appalachian Trail between the Nolichucky River and U.S. Highway 19E. This area is known for its breathtaking views and rhododendrons, and contains the largest expanse of balds openings in the forest along ridges and mountaintops in the Appalachian range.