Hiking in Western NC

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Cedar Rock Mountain

Cedar Rock Mountain

Corn Mills Shoals access area is in DuPont State Forest just past the Hooker Falls and High Falls Access Areas. Turn left at the end of Staton Road on Cascade Lake Road. The Corn Mills Shoals Access Area is 0.8 miles on the right. The hike starts at the parking lot.

Cedar Rock Mountain is a 4.5 mile loop hike in Du{pnt State Recreational Forest. It provides wonderful mountain views and dramatic scenery. Cedar Rock Mountain contains some of the most exposed granite in western North Carolina. The area is a local favorite with both hikers and mountain bikers.

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Hiking Trail in Pisgah Forest

Hiking - Pisgah Forest

 

There are thousands of miles of hiking trails in NC waiting for you to explore. In Transylvania County you can choose from an astonishing number of spectacular trails in Pisgah National Forest.

The Pisgah National Forest covers over 500,000 acres of forest land across the central mountains of Western North Carolina.

There are hiking trails for all skill levels. For the hiking experts there are challenging, rugged trails with steep ascents and breathtaking views. There are also easy hiking trails for families with small children. Many trails lead to beautiful waterfalls and specticular mountain vista overlooks.

For more hiking trails in Western NC: http://www.hikewnc.info/besthikes/waterfalls/

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Hiking Trail in Dupont State Forest

Hiking - Dupont State Forest

Dupont State Recreational Forest covers an area of 10,400 acres and is located about half-way between Hendersonville and Brevard. Dupont State Forest has almost 90 miles of recreational trails traveling to waterfalls, pristine lakes, and other attractions such as a covered bridge over High Falls. Some of the best hiking and running trails are in Dupont State Forest.

Other areas for hiking are Pisgah Forest, Gorges State Park, Bent Creek, Mills River and Davidson River.

For more hiking trails in Western NC: http://www.hikewnc.info/besthikes/waterfalls/