Name: Greasy Cove Trail
Rating: 4.3

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A great trail for hiking and though it can be steep at times, it stays relatively dry. There are some beautiful view towards the top.

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

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Jordan Braswell with improvements by Circ Ise

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4.3 from 4 votes

#6

in Shining Rock Wilderness Area

#11532

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4.3 from 4 votes

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The two water crossings each merely involved a large step.

May 6, 2026 near Brevard, NC

Water crossing of East Fork Pigeon River was a short hop. 2024's hurricane Helene clearly brought a lot of rocks and trees down, and significantly widened the riverbed.

May 6, 2026 near Brevard, NC

Feb 22, 2020 near Brevard, NC

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Greasy Cove Trail

3.2

5.1

Point to Point

5,723' 1,744 m

3,979' 1,213 m

81' 25 m

1,746' 532 m

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