Black Mountain Trail in Pisgah National Forest to Close

Black Mountain Trail in Pisgah National Forest to Close

Tuesday, May 20, 2014

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The U.S. Forest Service plans to conduct a major trail renovation of the lower section of Trail #127 Black Mountain Trail from the intersection with Trail #603 Thrift Cove Loop in the Pisgah National Forest. This section of the Black Mountain Trail will be closed for at least two weeks, from May 28th to June 10, 2014.

This project, in partnership with Pisgah Area SORBA, will help protect water quality, address erosion issues and overall sustainability of the trail. Public safety during this work is the number one concern. The public should avoid this area and heed all posted trail closed signs. For more information please contact the Pisgah Ranger District at 828-877-3350.



Jeff
Hiking Trails in the Smokies

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Utility Work to Affect Some Trails and Roads in Pisgah Ranger District

Utility Work to Affect Some Trails and Roads in Pisgah Ranger District

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

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Officials for National Forests in North Carolina announced yesterday that utility maintenance is underway near Hwy 276 in the Pisgah Ranger District, and work may continue through March 31st.

As a result, sections of the following trails and roads may be closed at times between now and March 31st:

* Black Mountain Trail

* Art Loeb Trail between Davidson River Campground and the junction with the Estatoe Trail

* Buckhorn Gap Trail

* Avery Creek Trail

* Avery Creek Road

To ensure the continuity of electrical service for local residents, Progress Energy will fell a minimum number of trees along and around Hwy 276 in the Pisgah National Forest.

Activities affecting roads and trails will take place Monday - Friday; no felling of trees will occur on Saturdays or Sundays.


Jeff
HikingintheSmokys.com

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