I call this Shirley's Rock for Shirley Henry from Maryville. The trail crew chiseled steps in the rock to make it easier to climb and descend. Next come the upper steps. They are at a switch back and are about 5700' elevation. These are sharp rocks and a narrow ledge.
Many people fall here.
Above that location the trail takes a sharp turn to the right. A tree with lots of roots to the left of the trail, provides a spot for hikers to sit and rest. This spot is Lu's Pulpit, named for the late Ernest Luellen who suffered a fatal heart attack while hiking this trail. Before reaching Grassy Slide a stream crosses the trail. It is officially called Trout Branch.