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Standing Indian Mountain Loop via Appalachian Trail

based on 52 tracks & routes #1 hike out of 31 in
23.6 mi
Distance
12 hrs 34 min
Time
terrain
2,037 ft
Elev Gain

Overview

This is a classic route for a challenging backpack, which follows the Appalachian Trail (AT) for most of the route.

From the trailhead at Standing Indian Campground the trail climbs somewhat steeply until it meets the AT at about the 2 mile point. It is about 1 more mile to reach the Long Branch Shelter. This hike passes a number of typical AT shelters, and it is quite likely you will be sharing camping and cookware space with fellow hikers, depending on the weather and season. Information about the shelters can be found from the usual AT resources, including white blaze.net and FarOut.

Some highlights to look for on this hike include the firetower at Albert Mountain, and amazing views at Standing Indian Mountain.

This trail goes by Backcountry Info. Center, Glassmine Gap, Pinnacle Mountain, Big Spring, Albert Mountain, Little Ridgepole Mountain, Beech Gap, Standing Indian, Deep Gap, Kimsey Creek Group Camp Sites B & C, Kimsey Creek Group Camp Site A, and GuidePost.

Getting Started

The hike begins at the Backcountry Info and Parking area near Standing Indian Campground. There is ample parking, and many hikers leave vehicles here during their hikes.

Taking Children

Challenging hiking, but suitable for children with hiking experience.



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    2 years, 5 months ago
    The loop was pretty packed with through hikers this last weekend and rangers added signage recommending bear cannisters because of the amount of bear activity and food stolen this last week. We were diligent and had no problems but we avoided camping at busy spots.
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KtJo 4 years, 3 months ago
Standing Indian Loop
3 days, 2 nights LOTS of elevation
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kapheimj 3 years, 6 months ago
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