Highlight • Viewpoint
View from Pilot Rock
Hiking
5.0
(2)
This Highlight is in a protected area
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Pisgah National Forest
Tips
Matthew
June 21, 2023
Hiking
Pilot Rock is a rocky outcrop with open views to the south. There is rock climbing access in this area and a lot of spur trails. There are multiple outcrops with different vantage points, but use caution when exploring the rocky area.
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Elevation 1,160 m