Just a short detour from the Graybeard Trail, Walker's Knob grants sweeping views south to Montreat and the town of Black Mountain. You also get a verdant panorama of the surrounding mountains from above the trees.

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1. Graybeard Trail

12.4km

04:53

510m

Hike the moderate 7.7-mile Graybeard Trail in Montreat Wilderness, gaining 1662 feet to stunning views from Walker's Knob and the summit.

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2. Graybeard Mountain Loop

14.6km

06:00

720m

730m

Hike the difficult 9.1-mile Graybeard Mountain Loop for challenging terrain, panoramic views, and a rewarding workout in Montreat, NC.

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3. Lookout Mountain Summit – Walden's Rock loop from Montreat

20.1km

08:19

1,000m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Sure-footedness, sturdy shoes and alpine experience required.

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Location: Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States

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