The Top 7 Peaks in Yancey County
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in Yancey County is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 7
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 Yancey 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 Yancey County for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: October 26, 2025
Mount Mitchell Summit
Highlight • Summit
Mount Mitchell is the highest point east of the Mississippi River at 6,684 feet. There is a cool little lookout tower at the top. There is also a parking lot …
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Flat Spring Knob
Highlight • Summit
Flat Spring Knob offers some decent views into Mount Mitchell State Park. Big Butt Trail has lots of trees without a lot of views along the trail, but the views …
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Big Bald Summit
Highlight • Summit
Enjoy the 360 views of the surrounding mountain ranges from this notable point on the Appalachian Trail. This summit is located on the border of Tennessee and North Carolina, on …
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Big Tom Summit
Highlight • Summit
Big Tom stands at 6,581 feet and is one of best lookouts on the Black Crest Trail. The rocky summit has views of the ridge all the way to Mount …
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Black Mountain Crest Trail: Cattail Peak to Balsam Cone
Highlight (Segment) • Trail
The Black Mountain Crest Trail is known for being a technical, rooty, rocky, wet trail. This section feels like you're moving through the rain forest, and there is a lot …
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Mount Craig
Highlight • Summit
At 6,648 feet, Mount Craig is the second highest mountain in the eastern United States (only behind Mount Mitchell). The peak of the mountain is rockier than most of its neighbors and requires a little bit of rock hopping.
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View of Celo Knob
Highlight (Segment) • Viewpoint
This section of trail between the summit of Celo Knob and the top of the Woody Ridge Trail has wide open views to the west. If making the climb up …
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