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This side trail takes hikers to the true wooded summit of Rock Mountain and returns back to the main trail.


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4,376' 1,334 m

High

4,336' 1,321 m

Low

40' 12 m

Up

15' 5 m

Down

8%

Avg Grade (5°)

21%

Max Grade (12°)

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Features Birding · Fall Colors · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

This trail is located on private property. For access one needs to be a member of High Hampton Club, a guest of a member, or a guest at the historic High Hampton Inn which is located on the property. This trail is located in a protective conservation easement managed by the Highlands Cashiers Land Trust on behalf of High Hampton.

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Sweeping mountain views abound along Rock Mountain Trail, one of our longest hikes. Ideally picked up at The Saddle and climbed to its peak, this trek features great vantage points for beautiful sunrises and sunsets.

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Owen Schultz

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in High Hampton

#207

in North Carolina

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View from the trail on Rock Mountain overlooking High Hampton and Cashiers Valley.
Feb 26, 2023 near Cullowhee, NC
Last rock scramble section on Rock Mountain Trail
Feb 28, 2023 near Cullowhee, NC
Another rock scramble section of Rock Mountain Trail.
Feb 28, 2023 near Cullowhee, NC

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