Carver Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald Out and Back (Carpool from Weaverville Walmart)

Carver's Gap to Grassy Ridge Bald Out and Back (Carpool from Weaverville Walmart)
Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM
General Location: Bakersville, NC / Roan Mountain, TN
Parking URL: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ie2evasPnT8ZyXSWA
Parking Address: 25 Northridge Commons Pkwy, Weaverville, NC 28787
Parking Notes: We'll meet in the Walmart Parking Lot corner closest to Lowe's at 9AM. Trailhead is about 1 hour 15 mintues away.
If you'd rather meet at the trailhead, we should be there around 10:15 or so. Please comment if you will meet at the trailhead so we know we don't have to wait.
Trailhead Parking URL:
https://maps.app.goo.gl/Kk3CmuQXtQe8hHUa9
Trailhead Address:
4V4Q+HR Bakersville, North Carolina or 36.106362 -82.110161
Miles from Downtown Asheville: 64
Total Length: 5.65
Elevation Gain: 1227
Trail Type: Out and Back
Difficulty Level: Moderate
AllTrails URL: https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/carver-gap-to-stan-murray-shelter-out-and-back-fc79cd8?u=i&sh=nnvj4c
Restrooms: Privy
Cell Service Availability: Limited
Dogs Allowed: Yes
Comments
5th Sunday Special Hike! The Appalachian Trail goes through the Roan Highlands, and we'll be hiking it up past Grassy Ridge Bald and back. If you're in it for the views, this hike is for you! Because we driving further and getting a later start (around 10:30), everyone pack a lunch, and we'll find a place on the trail to eat and talk. This one is just a bit more challenging than our typical hikes, but the views make it all worth it!
Legal Disclaimer
This Worship in the Wild event involves hiking, which may be physically taxing and involve some risks to participants and their property. Neither the event host nor Worship in the Wild can assure participants' safety or eliminate all risks. Participants are responsible for their own safety, and they affirm that they have the necessary skills, physical conditioning, and equipment to safely participate in the event. Participants assume full responsibility for any injuries, damages, or losses.