The Top 5 Peaks in McDowell County
Whether for the view or for the challenge, climbing the mountainous peaks in McDowell County is the best way to experience more of this beautiful region. But with 5
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 McDowell 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 McDowell County for you here — so you can easily add one to your next adventure.
Last updated: November 2, 2025
Graybeard Mountain Summit
Highlight • Summit
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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Green Knob Overlook
Highlight • Viewpoint
Located at Milepost 350.3 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Green Knob Overlook is one of the many nearby summits you can see from the overlook. This is one of the …
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Pot Cove Gap
Highlight • Gorge
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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View from Snooks Nose
Highlight • Viewpoint
Getting up to Snooks Nose is no easy feat; the shortest trail to the summit gains almost 2,000 feet in only two miles. Once you get to the top, though, …
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Bald Knob Summit View
Highlight • Summit
At 3,475 feet, Bald Knob is just lower than its neighbor Dobson Knob, but it also features some better views. The section of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail that passes over the …
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