Fires Creek Rim Trail

The 25-mile Rim Trail follows the ridge around Fires Creek Wildlife Management Area—a mecca for backpackers and those who like primitive camping. The trail, marked with blue blazes, has several access roads and trails. Camping is offered at Huskins Branch Hunter and Bristol Horse Camps. Dispersed camping sites are along Forest Service Road 340.

This 26-mile trail system follows the rim of the mountains that surround the Jack Rabbit recreation area. To access the trail from Jack Rabbit, take NC 175 north for 3.25 miles to U.S. 64. Turn west on NC 64 and go about 4 miles to Hayesville. Turn right on NC Business 64 and go 1.05 miles into Hayesville. Turn left on SR 1307. Go 1 mile and turn left on SR 1300. Travel 5 miles and turn right on FR 340. Trailhead is 1.8 miles. More information- Fires Creek Rim Trail (723 kb pdf)