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Starting at the AT Trailhead after crossing Fontana Dam, we’ll hike 3.5 miles to the Shuckstack fire tower.

THE HIKE UP THE AT IS A STEEP RELENTLESS CLIMB. Elevation gain 2400 feet within the first 2.4 miles. The fire tower is 60 feet of steel and wood the tower was built In 1934. There are 78 open steps to the top for 360 view of Fontana Lake, the Smokies, and the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Roundtrip distance 7 miles, RATED DIFFICULT

For carpooling meet at Kroger‘s Alcoa, 244 South Hall Rd. (Park around the side beside KARM) ready to leave at 7:15AM round-trip 96 miles (@7¢=$7.00 rounded up) or at the AT Trailhead across Fontana Dam at 9:00 AM.

Note:  The Hike Leader will be at the Fontana Visitors Center (located just before you cross the Dam) until 8:50am for those who don't know where the AT Trailhead is located.

Hike leader: Louise Miniard lminiard00@gmail.com