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Roan Highlands

Cove Creek, TN · 36.106, -82.125

Appalachian Trail section through grassy balds on the NC/TN border. 14 miles with panoramic 360° views. Peak rhododendron bloom in mid-June.

ModerateSoutheast6,285 ftExposed RidgeAlpineMeadowWildflowersSummit views

Roan Highlands

☀️ Clear sky

Good to Go
72°
Feels 72°FSummit · 6,285 ft
7:01 AM7:55 PM
CLEAR

Wind

7mph

Precip

0%

Humid

56%

Elev Δ

+800ft

12-Hour Temp Trend

62°67°

Hourly Forecast

10 PM

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64°

7mph

11 PM

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64°

7mph

12 AM

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64°

7mph

1 AM

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64°

8mph

2 AM

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64°

8mph

3 AM

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63°

8mph

4 AM

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63°

7mph

5 AM

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63°

8mph

6 AM

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62°

7mph

7 AM

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62°

7mph

8 AM

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63°

5mph

9 AM

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67°

4mph

Summit Conditions

76°F→−4°→72°F

Dry lapse rate: 5.4°F/1,000ft · 773 ft gain

◎L1
Synthetic wicking tee

Lightweight polyester or nylon blend that moves moisture fast

Summit Pack List

↟Sun hat↟Sunscreen SPF 50+↟Extra water (1L+)

Start Cold Tip

You'll be warm from the start. Focus on sun protection and hydration. If there's any breeze, enjoy it — it won't last at the summit.

Trail Guide

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Updated Sep 2, 9:32 PM UTC

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