The hike to the fire tower is rather easy that many people with different fitness levels can do it. There are many ledges that people can sit on to enjoy the view so even if the place gets very crowded, it would be very easy to find a spot to take pictures or enjoy the views. The top is very big and can accommodate a lot of people. This is a great hike for beginners and tourists who just want a quick hike with amazing views.
Bald Mountain Rondaxe Fire Tower Important Information
Trail Map: Trail Map 1
Suggested Phone GPS Apps: Alltrails.com, Avenza Maps, Google Maps
Difficulty: Easy
Distance: 2 Miles
Elevation Gained: 500 ft
Portable Toilet At Parking: None but gas station nearby
Trail Breakdown
1 Mile Red Trail Going Up
1 Mile Red Trail Going Down
Note: The information is just an approximation.
Parking
Start Of The Hike
It was that time of the year again where the yellow leaves hang on tree branches, where they shake and wiggle against the cold winds, and the dead ones in brown color lay across the footpaths. It was the time of pumpkin lattes, knit sweaters, and cuddling on a fireplace for a few. It was my favorite time to hike as the valleys and viewpoints have the colors of the rainbow as if they were carrying all of my childhood dreams.
Parking Lot
Red Trail Flat
Red Trail Going Up
Various roots from trees protruded from the ground which made the hike upwards a lot easier than it should be. I stepped on a big root, it felt safe, secure and could handle my weight then I stepped on another one and another and another. I kept walking upwards one root at a time. Using the roots was a lot better than walking on the smooth stone that was somewhat slippery.
Red Trail Roots
More roots sticking out of the ground as I kept going up the mountain. I kept going upwards and soon enough, the blue sky could be seen through the leaves and cracks of the forest. A good sign that I was very close to the top. I kept going, kept moving on, and kept moving forward.
Red Trail
Bald Mountain Lookout
Tall Trees At The Viewpoint
Bald Mountain Views
Red Trail With Fiery Red Leaves
Bald Mountain Vista
Rondaxe Fire Tower
Bald Mountain Viewpoint
Bald Mountain
Bald Mountain Fall Foliage
Rondaxe Fire Tower Views
Rondaxe Fire Tower Fall Foliage
Going Back
End Of The Hike
