Duck in and out of trees and cross through various fields and meadows as you follow along this classic North Carolina ridgeline. On a cloudy day, you will be walking through the clouds or maybe even be able to look down at the tops of the clouds. There are also a handful of campsites on this stretch if you are looking to make your trek an overnight trip.

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1. Graybeard Mountain & West Ridge Trail loop — Montreat, NC

14.6km

06:00

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730m

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2. 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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Distance 3.36 km

Uphill 10 m

Downhill 330 m

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Location: Montreat, Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States

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1. Graybeard Mountain & West Ridge Trail loop — Montreat, NC

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