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Rainbow Mountain Summit
DiscoverPlaces to seeMountain PeaksUnited StatesNorth CarolinaBuncombe CountyMontreat
Rainbow Mountain Summit
Highlight • Summit
Rainbow Mountain Summit
Hiking
4.4
(7)
Routes leading to this Highlight may be dangerous
Routes may comprise technical, difficult, or hazardous terrain. Specialist equipment and prior experience may be required.
Tips
Matthew
March 28, 2023
Hiking
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.
Anna B.
December 29, 2019
Hiking
Place to sit for a picnic.
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Nearby routes
Best routes near Rainbow Mountain Summit
1.01km
00:44
210m
0m
Hike the difficult Rainbow Mountain Trail, a 0.6-mile route in Montreat with 699 feet of elevation gain, taking about 44 minutes.
Hard
5.0
(4)
56
hikers
7.95km
03:12
440m
440m
Hike the moderate 4.9-mile Lookout and Rainbow Mountain Loop, gaining 1444 feet, to explore rocky terrain and see Balance Rock.
Moderate
2
hikers
20.1km
08:19
1,000m
1,000m
Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.
Hard
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Informations
Elevation 980 m
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