헤이우드 카운티‬에서 가장 멋진 ‪15‬개의 천연기념물

Fun hike, lots of great views

Sam Knob is frequently windy especially compared to lower elevations so it is good to bring some layers on this hike even in summer.

You can reach this 45-foot waterfall by hiking about 2 miles along an old railroad grade. Keep an eye out for Midnight Hole, too; this pool and its 6-foot cascade are about three-quarters of the way to Mouse Creek Falls.

Tennent Mountain is a grassy bald with a rocky summit in the Great Balsams in Pisgah National Forest. Hiking the well-maintained Art Loeb Trail offers relatively easy access this breathtaking mountain views. At the summit, you'll find a large marker dedicated to Gaillard Stoney Tennent (1872-1953), who, according to the plaque, "established organized hiking in North Carolina."

Black Balsam Knob, standing at 6,214 feet, offers amazing views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains and Great Balsam Mountains. This treeless bald is ideal for a short hike and attracts families, day hikers, picnickers, and photographers. You can extend your hike by continuing on the Art Loeb Trail to explore connecting trails for a loop hike. This is the second-highest peak the Great Balsam Mountains has to offer.

Short, steep path from the visitor center parking lot to the lookout point with a magnificent view. It's worth it!

Located at Milepost 441.4 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Standing Rock Overlook is named for the giant upright bolder right next to the parking area. There is also a view of the valley through a break in the trees.

Located at Milepost 441.4 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Standing Rock Overlook is named for the giant upright bolder right next to the parking area. There is also a view of the valley through a break in the trees.