RoadDog Posted November 12, 2008 Report Share Posted November 12, 2008 Well, a small stretch of it between McDowell and Buncombe up in the mountains. It is now known as Point Lookout Trail for biking and hiking. And...it will take you to the old tourist spot of the same name. The NCDOT, several municipalities, US Forest Service and a few private landowners cooperated on it. Point Lookout was a popular stopping point and overlook on Old US-70. Founded in the 1920s, it had an observatiobn deck, huge flagpole, and restaurant overlooking Royal Gorge. Also, there was Sally the brown bear who was a popular attraction kept on the grounds. There was an oldpostcard offered on e-Bay for $4.95, and three photos at www.gribblenation.com/ncpics/old10/lookout2.html Nice going you Tarheels. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mobilene Posted November 12, 2008 Report Share Posted November 12, 2008 Sweet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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