Mountains in North Carolina, United States 2023

Most reviewed Mountains in North Carolina

4.5 Grandfather Mountain (2.203 reviews)
- Mile High Views
Mountains • Nature & Wildlife Areas

Grandfather Mountain’s pristine scenery and sweeping vistas rejuvenate mind and spirit. At an elevation of 5,946 feet, Grandfather is recognized as one of the world’s most diverse nature preserves. Be exhilarated by the altitude and panoramic views from the Mile High Swinging Bridge; stand eye-to-eye with bears, cougars and otters in natural habitats. Dine in the restaurant or find a scenic picnic spot, browse the nature museum, wander the trails, go behind the scenes of the animal habitats, visit with knowledgeable naturalists, and stop for a treat at the fudge shop. Fill your day with family memories at place where wonders never cease. See more..
4.5 Mount Mitchell State Park (791 reviews)
- You Can See Forever in Every Direction
Spent More than 3 hours State Parks • Mountains

The highest mountain in the Black Mountain Range. See more..
4.5 Pilot Mountain State Park (764 reviews)
- Great views. Go on weekends to avoid crowds
Saturday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM State Parks • Mountains

Great experience and doesn’t take too long to see. Only need a couple of hours to see everything and very convenient to US 52 highway. You could tell there has been a fire but the views are still beautiful and everything is open. This includes a brand new and spacious visitors center at the base. You can drive up to the top of Little Pinnacle, which is next to the top of the Big Pinnacle on weekdays. On weekends there is usually a shuttle to the top (March-Nov) but check website to make sure. To avoid the crowds go on a weekday or go early on weekends. Went here on a sunny Friday in early April and it wasn’t crowded at all. Once at the top, there are spectacular views of the Piedmont and the Blue Ridge Mountains. If you have 30 minutes, make sure to take the .8 mile Jamokee trail loop, which walks from Little Pinnacle to the Big Pinnacle. This trail has spectacular views of Hanging Rock and Flat Mountains to the East. See more..
4.5 Hanging Rock State Park (407 reviews)
- waterfalls & lake highly recommend.
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:45 PM Mountains • Parks

Waterfalls, Hidden Falls, Window Falls, Dan Post, Hiking, Trails, pet friendly, mountain, hanging Rock formation See more..
4.5 Bakers Mountain Park (66 reviews)
- A Hidden Gem in Catawba County
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Mountains • Parks

I feel like this park is a hidden gem. Rarely crowded so it's pretty peaceful. The trails are rugged - lots of roots and a couple of steep inclines. But there are benches in the areas with the elevation gains and the views at the top are well worth it. I am an overweight 50-year-old and I hike it regularly. I recommend bringing a good walking stick. See more..
4.5 Rocky Face Mountain Recreational Area (33 reviews)
- A Great Place To Spend The Day Or Weekend
Mountains

Home to unusual cacti plants, this site offers a multitude of outdoor activities from hiking and biking to hang-gliding and parasailing. See more..
5.0 Standing Indian Mountain (1 review)
- Awesome Hike and View
Spent More than 3 hours Mountains
Began our hike at the Backcountry Information Center, near the Standing Indian Campground, Franklin, North Carolina on Fire Service Road 67. The hike started up well marked Kimsey Creek Trial to an Appalachian Trailhead at Deep Gap. We hiked North to Standing Indian Mountain. There are a number of campsites on the mountain and a shelter just prior to the summit. The hike up Kimsey Creek to the AT is 4.1 miles once on the AT it is another 2.4 miles. Return trail is the Lower Ridge Trail. This can work in to a great overnight hike. We actually hiked on to Albert Mountain and spent 2 nights on the trail, looping back to the Backcountry Information Center See more..

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