Bob Stratton Bald, often referred to as Stratton Bald, is a grassy bald in the Unicoi Mountains located in the Joyce Kilmer-Slickrock Wilderness in the Nantahala National Forest. Its elevation is approximately 5,360 feet.
| Bob Stratton Bald | |
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| Highest point | |
| Elevation | 5,360 ft (1,630 m)[1] |
| Prominence | 1,040 ft (320 m) |
| Coordinates | 35°22′24″N 83°59′35″W / 35.37333°N 83.99306°W[2] |
| Geography | |
  Bob Stratton Bald | |
| Parent range | Unicoi Mountains, Blue Ridge Mountains, Appalachian Mountains |
Description
The bald is named for Robert "Bob" Stratton (1825-1864), whose family lived on the bald.[3]
The bald is subdivided into two smaller balds: Stratton Bald (elevation 5,360 feet), and Bob Bald (elevation 5,280 feet).[4] Together, they make up Bob Stratton Bald. It is a typical Appalachian bald, with thick grass and few trees and is a popular hiking destination for backpackers. It is accessible via the Stratton Bald Trail (FS Trail 54), which connects to the Benton MacKaye Trail and the Cherohala Skyway.[5]