Charlies Bunion Trail Guide

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The hike starts next to the Roosevelt Memorial.

Charlies Bunion is named in honor of mountain guide Charles Connor’s foot bunion. His friend and conversationalist, Horace Kephart, noted the rock resembled Charlie’s bunion and submitted the name to the government. They bit, and it appeared on the officia

The majority of this hike is along the Appalachian Trail (aka ’the AT’) which is marked with these white blazes. There are also trail signs at the junctions along the way.

The out and back climbs the AT ridge past Icewater Spring Shelter and the Boulevard Trail junction before reaching Charlies Bunion at about 4 miles.

The parking lot is large but can fill up, especially with drivers stopping for the views. If there are no spots, just hang out, and a parking spot will surely open up.

The hike starts at the Newfound Gap parking area, just off the main road through the park, route 441.

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On your way to Charlies Bunion there’s a gradual climb. Around Icewater Shelter you descend towards Charlies Bunion. On the way back, you do it in reverse.

The majority of this hike is along the Appalachian Trail (aka ’the AT’) which is marked with these white blazes. There are also trail signs at the junctions along the way.

Having comfortable footwear, such as trail runners or hiking shoes, is important. Some people also find trekking poles useful.

The parking lot is large but can fill up, especially with drivers stopping for the views. If there are no spots, just hang out, and a parking spot will surely open up.

The hike starts at the Newfound Gap parking area, just off the main road through the park, route 441.

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