Mount Sterling Loop via Baxter Creek and Big Creek Trails()

Weekend trip with some buddies to the northern end of Great Smoky National Park.  4100 feet of elevation gain to bag this summit.  An old steel lookout tower provides an outstanding view at the top, although it was much to cold to enjoy it too much when we went.  Night-time temps on the mountain were at 4 degrees F.  Burrrr. 

Beautiful loop trail in the Eastern Smokies. Peak at Mt. Sterling and hike along many beautiful creeks and rivers. This is a challenging, but very worthwhile hike. We camped at site 37 and Mt. Sterling Peak. 37 Was beautiful and both camping areas had plenty of space.

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