The Babel Tower Trail leads you from the western rim of Linville Gorge down into the valley towards the Linville River. Along the way, you can expect to see cascading waterfalls and a large stone spire which the trail is named after. There are great views of Table Rock Mountain from the viewpoint at the end of the trail.

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1. Babel Tower Trail — Linville Gorge Wilderness

4.19km

01:58

280m

Moderate hike. Great for any fitness level. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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2. Linville River Access Point – Babel Tower Trail loop from Spruce Pine

9.93km

03:45

400m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Mostly accessible paths. Sure-footedness required.

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Distance 556 m

Uphill 30 m

Downhill 90 m

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Location: Burke County, North Carolina, United States

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Babel Tower Trail

1. Babel Tower Trail — Linville Gorge Wilderness

2. Linville River Access Point – Babel Tower Trail loop from Spruce Pine

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