Wayah Bald Tower (John B. Bryne Tower) Near Franklin, North Carolina
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david28377
N 35° 10.817 W 083° 33.633
17S E 266832 N 3896038
Located in the Nantahala National Forest.
Waymark Code: WMJB62
Location: North Carolina, United States
Date Posted: 10/23/2013
Views: 4
The Wayah Bald tower was built in 1937 as a fire tower by the CCC. At an elevation of 5,342 feet it is said you can see 4 states from the tower.
Take Wayah Road west from Franklin. Turn right on FR69 and go about 4.5 miles. There is a parking lot and bathrooms. The tower is a .3 mile stroll from there.
The Appalachian and Bartram trails also pass by the tower.
Height of Look-Out Tower in feet: 53.00
Difficulty: 
Parking Area: N 35° 10.725 W 083° 33.742
Opening times and fees: Not listed
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Visit Instructions:
Please log only if you have been up there and you must include a photo of the scenic view from the top.