With a couple hours to spare on a windy afternoon, I visited this State Park virtually in the town of West Jefferson. On the drive up, there are a couple overlooks and a spring. Picnic area and trailhead is near the top. A short trail goes to the summit which has a small communication tower. There are two other short loop trails near here also. You can hike everyone in about an hour's time.
One sign stated the area was once part of the State of Franklin, an area that seceded from NC in 1784 but failed to be admitted to the union and eventually joined back with NC when Indian troubles developed. All sources I have checked indicate it was several counties in present day Tennessee and not any in NC that were part of Franklin.
Great views in all directions from the top and Luther Rock.
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