How tall is sharp top mountain

In the vicinity is clearly visible Sharp Top Mountain, an conical mass with a pointed peak elevation of. Please note that we received a note from the property owner that hiking of unregistered guests is prohibited on the property. They run a childcare facility and we respect that privacy is very important for them.

The trail itself is less than a mile but quite steep elevation from start to the top is ca. Therefore hikers need some experience and should not be afraid of exposed areas and little climbs. I was not deterred, however. I was also thrilled that I seemed to arrive at the parking area at just the right time. I pulled in the lot a few minutes before 8 am on a Saturday morning.

The lot was nearly full, but I later realized that it was packed with sunrise-seekers. These hikers were all on their way down as I was ascending Sharp Top. I encountered very few peak-bound hikers on the way to the summit. Even at the summit, there were no more than a half-dozen hikers. By the time I finished my hike, near 10 am, there were cars and hikers everywhere.

It was far from the quiet, peaceful scene I met at the start of my hike. The Sharp Top Trail begins at the back of the parking area. The trailhead is just to the left of the Sharp Top Store, a small camp store that sells snacks, supplies, t-shirts, keychains.

On the hour 10 am to 4 pm , a shuttle delivers visitors to within. Near the top, walk a spur trail the final 1, feet to the views. For those tackling the full hike 3. Then, a path to the campground on the left. Continue on yes, more steps. At the. Some stone steps, then a stretch of hiking trail, then more stone steps. Repeat, repeat. Then, keep your eyes open for a change of scenery. As in, gigantic boulders near the 1-mile mark.

They really were pretty cool. Look to your left at this point. At the 1. A decision to make, too. The trail would get more crowded as minutes ticked by, so I thought it best to do Sharp Top first. Near the 1. These are the paths leading up from the shuttle bus. You have arrived at Sharp Top at the 1. Even better, you are welcomed by a large Sharp Top Mountain sign. Kid Friendly. Outdoor Adventure. Sample Itineraries.

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