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Max Patch: Traveller Reviews

Hot Springs, NC
5.0 of 5 stars 17 Reviews
Type: Hiking Trails
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Asheville, North Carolina
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77 reviews 77 reviews
Reviews in 29 cities Reviews in 29 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
“Amazing View”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2012

To get to Max Patch, you have to take dirt and gravel roads that will get your car VERY dirty. Once you reach it, though, it is a fairly short climb to the top of a grassy mountain where you can see for miles. People bring blankets to picnic there as well as frisbees and dogs. This place is accessible no matter what the weather. The hill and the view are what Max Patch is all about. There is nothing else there. There are some National Park Service restrooms here and there along the route. They are usually not very clean. Bring hand sanitizer.

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asheville,nc
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46 reviews 46 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
34 helpful votes 34 helpful votes
“being on top of the world!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 January 2012

I shouldn't tell everyone about this place...but gosh I love it there! Everytime I go its different. Its like being on top of the world. Like in the sound of music. Excellent views....beautiful place in the fall, clouds laying low in the valleys. Nice place to go to cool off in the summer. Weather can change quickly there. I like to go in the winter.

Visited January 2012
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Gibsonville
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
“Amazing views at the top!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 January 2012

The path on the left is not as direct, but makes for an easier trip down the mountain. The views at the summit are spectacular and not to be missed!

Visited January 2012
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Bryson City, North Carolina
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5 reviews 5 reviews
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“GORGEOUS!”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 January 2012

A lovely stroll to a fabulous view! No hiking required. Just walk up, take in the 360 degree view and walk back to the car. If you are an avid hiker, you will find plenty of trails, including the AT.

Visited January 2012
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NC
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41 reviews 41 reviews
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“Wonderful views and a great little hike”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 January 2012

Get above the world here for a great view, not too crowded, and interesting road to this area. Hike around the rim is about 1 mi.

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