Many visitors come to Max Patch to camp, fly kites and walk the Appalachian Trail. Max Patch Mountain's 360 degree views offer exceptional sky watching as well when the weather is clear. Turn left at end of ramp and enter Pisgah National Forest. Back To TOP Appalachian Trail - I haven't been on the AT yet but cannot wait to plan a trip. The trail traverses Maine, New Hampshire,Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, West Virginia, Virginia, Tennessee, North Carolina and Georgia.
Primary use is by weekend or short-term hikers.
The Trail is managed by volunteers in 32 local clubs under Appalachian Trail Conference auspices through a cooperative agreement with the National Park Service. Driving around the perimeter of the park you will find several small and quiet towns that keep some of their old time history. Crafts and quilts are aplenty. The park itself provides some of the best falls and quiet trails around. Try it in the winter to see some beautiful ice formations.