Shortoff Mountain, Linville Gorge, March 2018

Shortoff Mountain is the southernmost point in the twelve-mile expanse of the Linville Gorge. The hike begins at Wolfpit Road near Lake James and takes you on a steep hike just over two miles to the summit. When you crest the summit, the hike flattens out and rewards you with sweeping views of the western rim of the gorge and Table Rock and Hawksbill Mountains to the north. The area is a popular spot for hiking, backpacking, and rock climbing and is a great place for single-day or overnight trips. Another portion of Shortoff Mountain, called the Olson Trail, is an unmarked spur off the main trail known as a "social trail." Following it will take you under the main cliffs and through a cool cave area known as John's Kitchen.

[@KeeFrHikes]

Awesome video, Cathy! I've been to Shortoff twice, once from Wolfpit and once part of a dayhike from Table Rock to Pinnacle. It's gorgeous! You captured it beautifully in this video.

[@cassavery4131]

great video , love the music.

[@Treelimbfishing]

Looks awesome! I’m gonna go for the first time in a few weeks! Any pointers to campsites

[@floydmauney3751]

how do you get to Olson's trail and Johns kitchen thanks

[@carsonkeitt9028]

Nice! What do you use to edit your videos?

[@CathyAndersonPhotography]

Hi Carson! I use good ole iMovie...nothing fancy. :) Thanks!

[@floydmauney3751]

how do you get to Olson's trail and Johns kitchen thanks

[@floydmauney3751]

how do you get to Olson's trail and Johns kitchen thanks