Green Knob offers an excellent viewpoint of Mount Mitchell and the other 6,000 foot peaks of the Black Mountains. There is a lookout tower at the top, but the upper platform normally remains closed off.

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1. Green Knob and South Toe River Loop

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Hike the difficult 12.6-mile Green Knob and South Toe River Loop for panoramic views and scenic riverside trails in Pisgah National Forest.

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2. Green Knob Trail

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Hike the moderate Green Knob Trail, a 5.7-mile loop in Pisgah National Forest, offering diverse scenery and views of Grandfather Mountain.

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3. Green Knob Trail

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Hike the moderate 1.0 mile (1.6 km) Green Knob Trail in Pisgah National Forest, featuring creek crossings and mountain views.

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Location: Mcdowell County, North Carolina, United States

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