Can you identify trees just by their bark? The leaves at Elk Knob State Park are long gone, making it slightly more difficult to identify trees this time of year. Join Ranger Marissa on the Beech Tree Trail to learn how to identify trees during the fall and winter months. Tree ID guides will be provided. The Beech Tree Trail is a 1-mile loop and considered easy. Meet at the Summit Trail parking lot to begin.
All campsites are closed until further notice due to damage from Hurricane Helene.
For nearby alternatives, please check out Grandfather Mountain or New River state parks.