What is it about a high mountain peak that refreshes the soul and wipes away the worries of the day? Whatever it is about the Waterrock Knob overlook along the Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina, it’s quite simply magical.

Located 17 miles to the east of Cherokee, North Carolina, Waterrock Knob is favorite place to reconnect with nature for tourists and locals alike.
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It's also one of the highest points on the East Coast, which makes it another reason to visit.
The sky-high views from here are a photographer's dream. Whether amateur or professional, it's difficult to walk away from this view without a camera filled with amazing memories.
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In every season, the long-range views from the Waterrock Knob Overlook are completely astounding. The colors of fall are simply magical and go on for miles from this unique vantage point.

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From the parking area at Milepost 451.2, drop the car, grab some water and head to the short trail that leads up the hill.
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It's a mere .2 mile to the pedestrian overlook and only .5 mile to the top of Waterrock Knob.
Whether your journey stops at the first overlook, or you push ahead to the top of the knob, the views go on for miles and miles.
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Waterrock Knob is one of the most visited overlooks on the Blue Ridge Parkway and its visitors center is the highest one the parkway has to offer. From here, the views are practically 360-degrees, making it an ideal spot to view a sunrise or a sunset — or both!

Waterrock Knob is located 17 miles east of Cherokee, North Carolina at Milepost 451.2 on the Blue Ridge Parkway. The visitor’s center is open seasonally. Waterrock Knob Overlook is open any time the parkway is open.

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