The Hilltop Hike In North Carolina That Will Lead You Straight To A Spectacular View
What better way to enjoy a lovely morning or afternoon than with an easy hike up to a mountain bald (mostly) free of trees and with views that are beyond amazing? Wow… North Carolina really does have it all, huh?!
The trail is a 2.1 mile loop that has an elevation gain of just under 600 feet.
If you want to take the path of least resistance, for whatever reason (bad knees, etc.) then just veer left at the start of the trail onto the small gravel road. It intersects with the trail near the top of the mountain and you'll avoid most of the steps.
At the top of the loop is a bald that doles out unobstructed views of Hickory Nut Gorge and miles and miles of mountain layers in the distance. So beautiful!
Find the start of the trail at this Google Maps link. The loop trail for Bearwallow Mountain is shown above. Some people hike up the side with all the switchbacks and the steps and then take the gravel Fire Tower Road back down the mountain. Choose the path that works for you, and find more information (if you need it) at this link on alltrails.com.
Are you a novice hiker? For more easy and beautiful hikes in the Tar Heel State, keep reading here!
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