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Posted by BigSmoke on December 17, 2007 at 11:43:01 pm EST
In reply to Climbing Mt. Mitchell North Carolina Xmas... posted by Sigsterrr on December 15, 2007 at 4:23:43 pm EST

I like trails.com

Trail reviews, where to find the trailhead, route options, road closures, area maps, etc. check it out. I think you get 3 free downloads. Topo maps are also available as part of your 3 free downloads.

A short blurb from the guide available on Trails.com

"But the Black Moutains reign supreme and high winds and deep snow (104 inches anually) yield a surprisingly severe climate"

There are all sorts of usefull tips here. Also, don't forget to get your backcountry permit before you go. The park is pretty well shut down in the winter so you will need to go to the website and download your application, fill it out mail it in and so forth.

I paid the $50 because we are out and about so often.

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