![]() ![]() When we got to the trailhead, it was almost chilly. But, we’d read a few more positive descriptions of the views, so we decided to give the trail a shot. ![]() Adam had always described the hike up Flat Top as steep and lacking any spectacular views. We’ve hiked Sharp Top many times, but I had never really considered hiking the companion peak. When Wednesday turned out to be cool and breezy with low humidity, we decided to get up early and go for a day hike in the Peaks of Otter area of the Blue Ridge Parkway. Most of the week, we relaxed at home, sleeping in and watching movies. Last week, we were home on a week long ‘staycation’. Below: Starting out on the Flat Top trail The trailhead was decorated with lilies The junction of the trail down to Cross Rock is right at the Pinnacle. ![]() A view of Sharp Top from just below the Flat Top summit. While not as popular as the other peak ( Sharp Top), this 5.4 mile hike to Flat Top’s summit offers some nice views of the area. Flat Top is one of the two ‘Peaks of Otter’. ![]()
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