MacRae Peak, one of the three highest summits on Grandfather Mountain, standing at 5,846 feet. Despite being the lowest of the trio, it is notably bold with a large, steep, …
This lookout point is just a short hike from the Blue Ridge Parkway but oh my, the views! Getting to the very summit of the lookout point requires scaling a large boulder; there are fixed cables to make it easier.
Beacon Heights is a 4,355-foot, peak and open rock overlook along the Blue Ridge Parkway. It is down a short spur trail, which is well-worth the detour; you get sweeping, unobstructed views of the Blue Ridge Mountains and surrounding area.
This impressive 75-foot waterfall makes all your efforts on the steep Glen Burney Falls Trail worth it! Proceed with caution, as the surrounding rocks may be very slippery.