Highland Trails is a guide to scenic paths of Northeast Tennessee, Western North Carolina, and Southwest Virginia. The trails include tumbling streams and picturesque waterfalls, plus mountain crests with spectacular panoramic views. The primary focus is to assist the casual hiker in locating walks and enjoying the Southern Appalachian Highlands outdoors. Detailed driving instructions are given for locating all trails, including information about what to expect along the paths. Varied terrain, length, and difficulty are offered along trails that will appeal to the beginner as well as the avid outdoor person. The paths favor wilderness routes with visual treats along the way. With more than 280 miles of the Appalachian Trail included, some highlights are Mount Rogers, Grayson Highlands area, Laurel Fork, Pond MountainWilderness Area,the Highlands of Roan, Iron Mountain, Holston Mountain,Unaka Mountain, Greene Mountain, Max Patch, Hot Springs, and numerous others within the Cherokee, Pisgah, and Jefferson National Forests.