Fryingpan Mountain is a 5,340 foot mountain located in Pisgah National Forest. There is an old, historical fire tower located at the end of a gravel access road that you can climb and gain views of Looking Glass Rock, Mount Pisgah, and other peaks in Pisgah National Forest.

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Frying Pan Tower Road

2.46km

00:46

100m

The Frying Pan Tower Road is an easy 1.5-mile hike in Pisgah National Forest, leading to panoramic views from a historic fire lookout tower.

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View from Pisgah Inn – Funnel Top View loop from Little Bald Mountain

7.09km

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130m

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 1,590 m

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Location: Transylvania County, North Carolina, United States

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Fryingpan Mountain Lookout Tower

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Frying Pan Tower Road

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View from Pisgah Inn – Funnel Top View loop from Little Bald Mountain

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