Image via WikipediaFrom the official web site of the State Forest: "The crest of Sunrise Mountain
is one of the most frequently visited sites in Stokes State Forest. The
mountaintop provides a breathtaking view at an elevation of 1,653 feet
above sea level. The thin soil and harsh climate characteristic of
Sunrise Mountain is a difficult environment in which few plants can
survive. Mountain laurel, wild blueberry, pitch pine and scrub oak are
among the natural vegetation found throughout the area. The pavilion at
the summit was built in the late 1930s by the Civilian Conservation
Corps." Also from the web site: "Tillman Ravine:
This cool evergreen forest of eastern hemlock is ideally suited for the
steep slopes carved by the rushing waters of Tillman Brook. Several
trails wander through this spectacular ravine, providing views of
waterfalls and ferns clinging to rock crevices. The area is home to the
threatened barred owl and other endangered species." In total, a 12.5
mile section of the Appalachian Trail runs through Stokes State Forest.
Image via Wikipedia
Image via WikipediaFrom the official web site of the State Forest: "The crest of Sunrise Mountain
is one of the most frequently visited sites in Stokes State Forest. The
mountaintop provides a breathtaking view at an elevation of 1,653 feet
above sea level. The thin soil and harsh climate characteristic of
Sunrise Mountain is a difficult environment in which few plants can
survive. Mountain laurel, wild blueberry, pitch pine and scrub oak are
among the natural vegetation found throughout the area. The pavilion at
the summit was built in the late 1930s by the Civilian Conservation
Corps." Also from the web site: "Tillman Ravine:
This cool evergreen forest of eastern hemlock is ideally suited for the
steep slopes carved by the rushing waters of Tillman Brook. Several
trails wander through this spectacular ravine, providing views of
waterfalls and ferns clinging to rock crevices. The area is home to the
threatened barred owl and other endangered species." In total, a 12.5
mile section of the Appalachian Trail runs through Stokes State Forest.
Image via Wikipedia
No comments:
Post a Comment