Point Misery is a 5,715-foot peak along the Big Butt Trail in Buncombe County. There are three main peaks along this trail, and Point Misery is the most southern peak along this ridge.

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1. Big Butt Trail

3.62km

01:13

200m

140m

Hike the easy 2.2-mile Big Butt Trail in Pisgah National Forest, gaining 671 feet of elevation with views of the Black Mountains.

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2. Point Misery – Little Butt loop from Walker Knob

7.20km

02:23

340m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Elevation 1,710 m

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Saturday 21 March

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Location: Yancey County, North Carolina, United States

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Point Misery

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2. Point Misery – Little Butt loop from Walker Knob

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