August Classic Hikes of the Smokies: Mt. Sterling Vistas

On the third Tuesday of each month this year, Friends of the Smokies will be offering guided hikes as part of their Classic Hikes of the Smokies series. To celebrate the Friends’ 20th anniversary this year, each hike will honor an achievement or cause that the Friends organization has supported in Great Smoky Mountains National Park since its establishment in 1993.



The hike for next month will honor air quality:



August 20: Mt. Sterling Vistas

Distance: 5.4 miles

Elevation Gain: 2000 feet

Trails – Mt Sterling Trail



To help support the Smokies Trails Forever program, a donation of $10 for members and $35 for non-members is requested. Non-members receive a complimentary membership to Friends of the Smokies. Members who bring a friend hike for free. You can pre-register for this through Friends of the Smokies at outreach.nc@friendsofthesmokies.org or 828-452-0720.





Jeff

Hiking in the Smokies