National Forest Rd to Wayah Bald
From National Forest Rd to Wayah Bald Rd, Franklin, Macon County, North Carolina
Gravel Segment
4.42 mi
Length
1,257 ft
Elev gain
75 ft
Elev loss
5,325 ft
Max elevation
gravel 98%
pavement 2%
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Easy, well maintained forest service road to Wayah Bald and its Overlook Tower. Easily ridden on a street bike by a competent rider. Great views from the overlook. Restroom facilities at the bald.
1 vote
on October 16, 2020
Great 4 mile incline. There is vehicle traffic, but it's slow and they're courteous. The view at the top is amazing. Hikers and families. There are bathrooms as well.
I did it on a cyclocross bike no problems.