For folks seeking a picturesque fall foliage hiking trail in North Carolina, try the Old Mitchell, Camp Alice, and Commissary Loop at Mount Mitchell State Park in Burnsville. The little more than 4-mile loop trail is considered a difficult trek mostly due to rocks and roots along the way which are especially slippery when it rains. It is also a mainly wooded route, allowing for some looks at the pretty leaves changing colors. Let’s check out this pleasant loop trail near Asheville up to the highest peak in the Appalachians.

Surrounded by foliage of all varieties, this trail especially exudes the intense and pleasant aroma of spruce which is encouraging, especially at its challenging beginning.
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With the exception of the Commissary Trail, which is all gravel, the hike is roomy with lots of rocks and boulders and plenty of scrambles with nice elevation changes.
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A lot of this trail has some extremely uneven footing, so you have to watch where to place your feet, and for your safety, wear the proper hiking apparel.
We like the water spots along the way, providing an ecosystem attracting many different plants, snails, birds, and mammals to see.
Michael Gale/AllTrails

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The Commissary Trail takes you passed the Stepps Gap park office building.
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Some stairs and ladders along the way help with the steep inclines and rugged terrain.
Kelly Glaeser/AllTrails
And while dogs are welcome, some of the hike may be a bit too strenuous for them.
This invigorating and magical path leads to a breathtaking paradise.
Ivan Cardona/AllTrails
Mount Mitchell is the highest peak east of the Mississippi River at 6,684 feet in elevation.
And this is why we came, the time to dig out our packed lunches and enjoy the endless views at the summit.
Alexis He/AllTrails
Mount Mitchell State Park sits about 33 miles northeast of Asheville on the Blue Ridge Parkway at mile marker 355. Take N.C. State Route 128 N. to the park entrance, turn in, and drive to the summit parking lot. The trail begins there, or start the trail behind the park office.

For more information about this lovely, fall foliage hiking trail in North Carolina, visit the AllTrails website.

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