PROJECT C.2 TRAILHEADS Trailhead development includes the formal definition of two trailheads that will provide access to the existing Overmountain Victory National Historic and State Trail. C.2.1 Lynn Gap
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A formal trailhead at Lynn Gap, accessed underneath the Blue Ridge Parkway across from Big Lynn Lodge, would act as an anchor point for a terminus of the existing OVNHT. The planned trail corridor continues south across NC 226A and descends to US 221.
LYNN GAP TRAILHEAD
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Work with partners in the planning, development, and construction of the proposed trailhead facilities.
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Work with partners to implement the OVNHT as it travels south from Lynn Gap to it’s crossing of US 221 as outlined in the OVNHT: Spruce Pine to Lake James Master Plan.
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Work with partners to acquire easements/land from willing landowners, design, and construct a sustainable trail alignment within the planned and secured corridors.
The Lynn Gap trailhead will serve as a primary OVNHT access point in Little Switzerland. Key elements include a small parking area, kiosk, and OVNHT branding. Existing Conditions
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DESTINATION MCDOWELL TOURISM MASTER PLAN
