Old Buzzard Roost aka Goat Trail

4.6/5 (14 reviews)
Skirting the northwest side of Longarm Mountain in the Pisgah National Forest, Old Buzzard Roost, also known as Goat Trail, is a spirited offroad trail for new and seasoned offroaders alike. Dense dark green laurels line the trail as it winds in and out, following terrain lines and climbing over 90...Read More
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Highlights of Old Buzzard Roost aka Goat Trail

Beginner Category IconBeginner
Forest Category IconForest
Overland Category IconOverland
Highest Elevation
2903 ft
Shape of Trail
Straight Through
Typically Open
Year Round
Best Direction
N/A
Official Trail Name
289
Nearest Town
Newport
Nearest Services
Newport
Management Agency
Pisgah National Forest
District
Appalachian Ranger District

Overview

Skirting the northwest side of Longarm Mountain in the Pisgah National Forest, Old Buzzard Roost, also known as Goat Trail, is a spirited offroad trail for new and seasoned offroaders alike. Dense dark green laurels line the trail as it winds in and out, following terrain lines and climbing over 900' in total elevation. Each of its many twists provides a new experience, from rocks to climb over or mud to go through. This is no gravel road, and it is not a stand-alone trail either. You can combine this rugged 4WD trail with other trails to turn a short thrill ride into a multi-day overland adventure that should include Hurricane Creek.

Trail Difficulty and Assessment

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8 Waypoints
26 Trail Photos
1 Trail Concerns
14 Community Reviews
1 Video
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