This is a lookout — almost a little bit of a ledge — that gives you amazing views of Black Mountain and the Swannanoa Valley. By the time you get here, you've done most of the hard work of reaching Big Piney Mountain.

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1. Rattlesnake Rock Lookout – Lower Piney Trailhead loop from Montreat

4.19km

01:51

280m

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

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Elevation 1,190 m

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

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1. Rattlesnake Rock Lookout – Lower Piney Trailhead loop from Montreat

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