Getting up to Snooks Nose is no easy feat; the shortest trail to the summit gains almost 2,000 feet in only two miles. Once you get to the top, though, there are great views of the surrounding mountains. If you are looking for a longer day, you can continue north on Snooks Nose Trail towards Laurel Knob and Green Knob.

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1. Snook's Nose Trail

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Hike the moderate 7.9-mile Snook's Nose Trail in Pisgah National Forest, gaining 2933 feet for panoramic mountain views.

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2. Snook's Nose Trail

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Hike the moderate 4.0-mile Snook's Nose Trail in Pisgah National Forest, gaining 1739 feet for panoramic views.

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Elevation 1,110 m

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Saturday 21 March

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Location: Mcdowell County, North Carolina, United States

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