The 4.6-Mile Trail In North Carolina That Leads To An Extraordinary Lookout

Try out the best hike near Danbury, North Carolina offering some of the prettiest views in the state. This 4.6-mile Moores Wall Loop Trail has raised some conversations from hikers about which way to go first on this moderately challenging route: clockwise or counterclockwise. If you go counterclockwise, it is very steep for the first mile. After taking the hike, please let us know your preference in the comments below. Either way, the big payoff awaits when you reach the lookout tower at the top of this journey. Once inside Hanging Rock State Park, continue to the main parking area at the lake. Follow alongside the lake to the head of the trail.

Come on - we like to get started early to avoid the crowds.

This journey begins with the uplifting beauty of Hanging Rock Lake.

Two parking areas are available with restrooms at the Hanging Rock State Park Visitor Center.

The variety of terrain keeps the journey interesting with several small creeks and bridges along the way.

And these sculptures are widespread offering the most interesting rock formations.

The trail is well-marked and look at all of those steps!

You'll soon discover the strenuous hike is well worth the effort for one of the best views around.

The climb to the lookout tower is a little more gradual taking the clockwise direction.

Only a few more steps to the panoramic scenery.

The tower has great 360 views offering thoughtful detailed information about what is in front of you.

Some of the breathtaking scenery from Moore's Knob includes Hanging Rock, Saurtown Mountain, Pilot Mountain, Mount Mitchell and many other inspiring peaks.

Discover more about the best hike near Danbury, North Carolina on the AllTrails website. Afterward, do some shopping at Priddy's General Store. And book the Rocking A-Frame on Airbnb.