The Top 6 Peaks around Black Mountain
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks around Black Mountain is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 6
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Black Mountain for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
to choose from, it can be tough to know which peak to proceed with. That’s why we’ve collected the best peaks and summits around Black Mountain for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 7, 2025
Lookout Mountain Summit is a terrific picnic peak just outside of Montreat, North Carolina. The summit, itself, sits atop a rocky outcrop that can require some fitness to reach the …
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Graybeard Mountain, sitting over 5,000 feet above sea level, is one of the most prominent peaks in the Montreat area. This mountain is commonly known as the Grandfather of the …
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Rainbow Mountain has a classic North Carolina foothills summit. Tucked away in the trees, you can still gain views of the surrounding ridgelines. This is a great, quiet peak for a snack break.
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Craggy Dome, standing 6,080 feet above sea level, is the tallest peak in the Craggy Mountains. The hike up to this summit is rough and overgrown, but this is still …
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The name "Pot Cove Gap" comes from the idea that old miners and rail workers that died on the job used to have their water/lunch pail hung from a rope …
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