The Top 9 Peaks in Swain County
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Swain County is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 9
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 in Swain County 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 in Swain County for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 20, 2025
Kuwohi Observation Tower
Highlight • Viewpoint
From the parking lot, a paved, approximately one-kilometer-long path leads to the mountain's viewing platform. The platform is also wheelchair accessible. From the top, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park.
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Andrews Bald
Highlight • Summit
Andrews Bald is located in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and stands at 5,920 feet, making it the highest grassy bald (a type of summit unique to the area …
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Appalachian Trail - Mount Ambler
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
This segment of the 2,190+ mile Appalachian Trail leads you up the slopes of 6,119-foot (1,865 m) Ambler Peak, one of 311 peaks along the Appalachian Trail.
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Appalachian Trail at Mount Buckley
Highlight (Segment) • Summit
Want to bypass the crowds at Clingmans Dome? You can walk this section of the Appalachian Trail to the summit of Mount Buckley, where you can get great views of the spruce/fir forest around you.
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Cheoah Bald
Highlight • Summit
Cheoah Bald is a 5062 ft summit, the highest in the Cheoah Mountains Range. There are three routes to the summit, all of which are considered difficult. The hike is …
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Thunderhead Mountain Summit
Highlight • Summit
Thunderhead Mountain is a 5,527-foot peak in Smoky Mountain National Park. There is about a mile of trail offering great viewpoints to the west of Thunderhead, but the mountain's actual …
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Rocky Top Summit
Highlight • Summit
Rocky Top is a popular summit on this long ridge between Derrick Knob Shelter and Spence Field Shelter on the Appalachian Trail. This summit sits at 5,440 feet and is …
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Clingmans Dome Climb
Highlight (Segment) • Climb
Climbing Clingmans Dome in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park takes you up to the highest point in Tennessee around 6,300ft. The climb is a remarkably steady but relentless climb …
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Barnett Knob Fire Tower
Highlight • Monument
The Barnett Knob Fire Tower is situated on the 4,665-foot summit and is accessible during the dry months of the year. The gate is sometimes open at the bottom, allowing …
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