New Connector Trail Set to Expand Access to Graveyard Fields
By Marge Farrington | Published 2026-04-30T14:37:46.723Z
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Pisgah Forest -- April 30, 2026: The Pisgah Ranger District, in partnership with The Pisgah Conservancy and the Blue Ridge Parkway, has announced the commencement of the Upper Falls Connector Trail project. This new 0.9-mile trail will begin at the John Rock Overlook parking area, providing a vital new access point to the heavily visited Graveyard Fields.
Pisgah Forest -- April 30, 2026: The Pisgah Ranger District, in partnership with The Pisgah Conservancy and the Blue Ridge Parkway, has announced the commencement of the Upper Falls Connector Trail project. This new 0.9-mile trail will begin at the John Rock Overlook parking area, providing a vital new access point to the heavily visited Graveyard Fields.Project Goals & BenefitsAs one of the most popular hiking destinations in the Pisgah National Forest, Graveyard Fields often faces signifi