Take a Hike
If you are looking to quickly get up on a mountain for some views, this is the hike for you! Only a sixteen minute drive
Then, enjoy the views up to and along the Blue Ridge Parkway as you make your way to the Waterrock Welcome
and snacks.
At the far end of the parking area is the trailhead. This .6 mile hike up starts off a bit steep, but don’t worry - it’s short
left. About twenty yards down the trail, you will happen upon a memorial bench to rest on. If you do not think you can
make it all the way to the summit, this is the next best thing.
Beyond the overlook, the trail evens out and is much more manageable. You will see views of the Great Smoky National
Park, Jackson County, and Cherokee behind you. As the trail winds up and around, you will catch views of Maggie
Valley, Waynesville, and Canton in front of you. The trail will eventually bring you to the summit, where you are once
again facing west. Below you will see the parkway and on a clear day you will have spectacular views for as far as the
way you came. If you are up for another adventure, Soco Falls is a twelve minute drive away. If not, reward yourself
with a tasting at Elevated Mountain Distilling Company or with a treat from any of the many establishments along
Soco Road.
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VIEW OF MAGGIE VALLEY FROM TRAIL
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