Max Patch, Mountain summit in Pisgah National Forest, North Carolina, United States
Max Patch rises to 4,629 feet in elevation, featuring a grassy bald summit with wildflowers and connecting paths to the Appalachian Trail system.
The mountain area served as grazing land for livestock during early settlement times, which created its distinctive grass-covered peak instead of forest growth.
The Appalachian Trail Conservancy maintains this section through volunteer efforts, organizing regular trail maintenance activities and environmental protection programs.
Visitors can access the summit via gravel forest service roads, with designated parking areas and multiple trail options ranging from 1.5 to 2.0 miles round trip.
The mountaintop presents unobstructed views spanning 360 degrees, revealing both North Carolina and Tennessee landscapes from a single vantage point.
Location: North Carolina
GPS coordinates: 35.79705,-82.95681
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:37
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