Daybreak at Tower Tunnel Overlook
/Overview. The closer to Winter solstice, the better the sunrise views are at Tower Tunnel Overlook. While the sun was still just slightly obscured by trees, watching the fog bank roll in over The Breaks made for a wonderfully peaceful morning as the sun lit up Pine Mountain to the southwest.
GPS Waypoints
Trailhead | 37.286081, -82.303378
Prospector Trail Intersection | 37.285122, -82.303136
Tower Tunnel Overlook | 37.283686, -82.303586
Trailhead. Parking is available at the trailhead. [map]
Trail navigation. Follow the well marked trail and be sure to stay on the overlook trail to avoid a rocky, steep descent on Prospector Trail. Continue straight through the intersection to reach the overlook and retrace your steps to return to the trailhead.