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Max Patch (Hot Springs)
This short, one mile hike on the Appalachian
Trail takes you across the 4,600-foot grassy
knob of Max Patch, which offers 360-degree
views of the surrounding peaks. This is a
great hike with kids due to the easy access
from the parking area. Likewise, kick back
with a picnic and bring your kite. For more
of a true Appalachian Trail experience,
head north toward Lemon Gap. Starting at
4600 feet you will descend another 1000
feet through a winding valley with quality
trail conditions. A Max Patch/Lemon Gap
out and back is about 10 miles on mostly
rolling trails.
Directions from Asheville: Take I-40
W to Exit 7, right on Cold Springs Rd. for 6
miles, left on Max Patch Rd. for 2 miles. Total
trip is about 45 minutes from Asheville.