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Mount Pisgah Trail

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  3. …West and Mountains
  4. Asheville
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“A great trail with a view that is worth the effort it takes to reach it. ”

Matt Raad
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2.6

Miles

4.1

KM

Point to Point

5,688' 1,734 m

High

4,876' 1,486 m

Low

903' 275 m

Up

112' 34 m

Down

7%

Avg Grade (4°)

22%

Max Grade (12°)

Dogs Off-leash

Features Fall Colors · Spring · Views

Family Friendly The deck at the top is a good place for families to rest together and have a good picnic.

Description

Though the journey to the end of this trail might not seem tiring, you'll find that the trip can be strenuous. You'll begin on flat terrain that weaves through the woods just a short way away from the road. After nearly two miles of entirely pleasant hiking, you'll come to a steep incline for the last half mile of the trail. You'll have left the road at this point, and the peaceful journey more than makes up for the terrain.

At the end of the trail there is an awesome deck, that is great for a picnic and for taking in a beautiful view. In the fall you can see the beautiful colors of the leaves as they change.

Once you've enjoyed your time observing or picnicking, head back the way you came to return to your vehicle.

Flora & Fauna

Staghorn sumac, oaks, maples and rhododendrons. Birds and lizards

Contacts

Land Manager: USFS - Pisgah National Forest, Pisgah Ranger District

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Matt Raad with improvements by Jean-Claude Linossi
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The summit of Pisgah Mtn.
Aug 15, 2016 near Canton, NC
The summit of Pisgah Mtn.
Aug 15, 2016 near Canton, NC

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Dec 26, 2021
Michael Lynch
2.4mi
Jun 16, 2021
Kim Sampson
Great hike up to tower and obsv deck/tower. Beautiful views. Moderate difficulty. 6/10/21. 2.6mi — 1h 32m
Apr 11, 2021
Private User
Oct 17, 2020
Arianna Brisley
2.6mi — 2h 00m
Oct 3, 2020
Matt Towery
4.9mi — 2h 13m
Sep 7, 2020
Joe Meiners
Dec 25, 2019
Clifton Adams
Missed timing on about the first half mile. — 1h 46m
Sep 17, 2019
Cassie Dockery

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