 Roan Mountain is
a high mountain peak located in the Roan-Unaka portion of the Southern Appalachian Mountains which straddle the North Carolina and Tennessee state line. This gigantic mountain is renowned for its 6,285 foot
elevation and famous for its many native wildflowers, including the largest, natural grove of rhododendrons in the world. Home to the Roan Mountain State Park, and the longest running festival in North Carolina, the Roan Mountain Rhododendron Festival, Roan Mountain TN is a
unique place just a short drive from Spruce Pine North Carolina.
Roan Mountain is part of the greater Roan Highlands, a 20 mile stretch of peaks that stretch west to east along US. Route 19. Containing five rocky peaks, Roan Mountain is divided into two sections with Carver’s Gap serving as the dividing line. Roan High Bluff and Roan High Knob lie west of Carver’s Gap and are known for being areas of thick forest. In between these two peaks lies Tollhouse Gap, the location of the famous rhododendron gardens and the
most visited area of the mountain range. The second section of Roan Mountain is known as Grassy Ridge, and it lies east of Carver’s Gap. This area contains a 7 mile stretch of grass bald areas, the longest stretch of grassy balds in the entire Appalachian Mountain chain. Just what is a grassy bald? Grassy balds are a type of highland meadow landscape characterized by thick grasses and
sparse tree coverage.
Roan Mountain is segmented by both the Cherokee National Forest and the
Pisgah National Forest near the top of the mountain. The highly visited Roan Mountain State Park is located
at the mountain’s northern base. The world
famous Appalachian Trail traverses across the Roan’s vast crest
within Roan Mountain State Park. Other
Hikes in Western NC are found
in the state park and provide opportunities for phenomenal long range views of the region.
 Historically, Roan Mountain was a vacation hotspot in the mid 19th century. Tourists visited this beautiful mountain area for rest and relaxation and typically stayed at the
luxurious Cloudland Hotel. Today, visitors can
view the site of the old Cloudland Hotel and
learn more about its place in Roan Mountain’s
unique history. Roan Mountain is most popular
in June, specifically, the third weekend in
June, when the Roan Mountain Rhododendron Festival is in full swing and the blooming flowers are at their peak.
If you are looking for Roan Mountain Cabins and other mountain lodging facilities near Roan Mountain TN, then browse the Spruce Pine Motels and Spruce Pine Cabin Rentals.
Spruce Pine is a secluded and private mountain vacation spot in the Blue Ridge
Mountains and is close to all the beloved
attractions in the Western NC Mountains. Learn more about Mitchell County North Carolina and the sleepy mountain towns of Bakersville,
Little Switzerland, Burnsville,
Linville, and Boone and Blowing Rock of the High Country. In addition to the many vacation activity information and helpful information on Spruce Pine NC, you can also browse for mountain properties near these lovely areas
in addition to Spruce Pine Real Estate. Check back often as we will be consistently updating the site.
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