Standing Indian from Deep Gap in Nantahala National Forest, NC

Hike Standing Indian from Deep Gap Nantahala National Forest, NC

Class 1 4.9 miles 1200 gain 2-4 hrs Out + Back Jun 17, 2020
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Initially I wanted to do an epic loop that would follow the entire ridgeline leading along the Appalachian Trail from Yellow Bald to Standing Indian, but the poor weather made me think twice about this 25+ mile day. Instead, I took the standard route up to Standing Indian, starting from Deep Gap. I'll check out that loop another time – it looks like a good one.

From the Deep Gap Trailhead (gravel, accessible by any car), I headed along the Appalachian Trail through pretty forest with some obscured views and easy switchbacks. The last half mile had a section that followed the ridgeline and would have some nice views on a less foggy day. The summit requires taking a short detour from the Appalachian Trail on a spur trail to get there.

PEAKS ON HIKE
Elevation (ft) / Prominence (ft)
Peaks on hike
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Prominence
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Standing Indian
5499 ft
2819 rise

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Starting out from Deep Gap along the Appalachian Trail.
Starting out from Deep Gap along the Appalachian Trail.
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Entering Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area.
Entering Southern Nantahala Wilderness Area.
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The Appalachian Trail switchbacks along the remains of an old roadbed before reaching an interesting narrow ridge.
The Appalachian Trail switchbacks along the remains of an old roadbed before reaching an interesting narrow ridge.
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Interesting narrow ridge that would likely have great views on a not so foggy day.
Interesting narrow ridge that would likely have great views on a not so foggy day.
Along the narrow ridge before the summit.
Along the narrow ridge before the summit.
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I left the Appalachian Trail on a spur trail to reach the Standing Indian summit.
I left the Appalachian Trail on a spur trail to reach the Standing Indian summit.
Standing Indian summit.
Standing Indian summit.
Standing Indian summit, where there would normally be a nice view.
Standing Indian summit, where there would normally be a nice view.

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