Beginning from the same parking area as the Tuscarora Overlook Loop, this rigorous loop trail begins along the Beards Gap Trail that snakes its way through the valley and switchbacks up to Beards Gap. After a brief detour to the overlook, return down to the ridgeline for a scenic hike along the aptly-named Mountain Top Trail that snakes along the ridge of Beards Mountain. Coming to the height of the ascent, veer left onto the (also aptly-named) Mountain Side Trail that wends its way along the face of the mountain, offering views of Douthat Lake sparkling below. Arriving back at the intersection of the Beards Gap and Mountain Top Trails, veer right this time along the Buck Hollow Trail which will trace the edge of the Buck Lick Creek, the Wilson Creek, and then lead back to the parking area.