Mount Pisgah

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PRD Mount Pisgah Summit.jpg
Trail Name Mount Pisgah
Nearest City Canton
State North Carolina
Trail Marking
Trail Use/Features Dnr hiking.png
Difficulty Rating Hard
Hiking Time 3.5 hours0.219 Days <br />210 Min <br />
Distance, round-trip 3.0 miles4.828 km <br />
Climb/Descent Elevation 717717 Feet <br />218.542 Meters <br /> / 1717 Feet <br />5.182 Meters <br />
High Point 5,7245,724 Feet <br />1,908 Yards <br />1,744.675 Meters <br />
Nearest Medical Asheville, NC
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Trail Overview[edit]

Mount Pisgah (5,722 ft.) is a very famous, easily recognizable landmark around most of western North Carolina especially the downtown Asheville area. Its distinct feature is its large WLOS antenna at the top so it’s very easy to pick out from the surrounding mountains. Its summit has 360 degree views if you don’t mind the antenna blocking some of it. This is one of the most popular hikes on the Blue Ridge Parkway and is usually crowded.

On clear days you can see downtown Asheville and the Biltmore House. Also you get views of the Craggy Mountains and Black Mountains. Cold Mountain and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are also visible.

How to get there[edit]

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Route Description[edit]

Very rugged rocky trail. Gets steep once you arrive at the ridgeline until the top

Miles Snake Mountain Elevation
0.0 miles Parking Area 4,991 feet
0.6 miles Arrive at ridgeline 5,124 feet
1.5 miles Summit 5,722 feet


Typical Conditions[edit]

  • First half of hike alternates between smooth and rocky and is not very steep
  • Second half of hike is steep and rocky with rock steps at times
  • Very popular trail. You'll have company if you hike this.

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