Black Mountain Crest
11.1 mi
Distance
1,598 ft
Elev. Gain
4h 30m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Expert
Difficulty
About This Trail
Black Mountain Crest is a point-to-point trail in Mount Mitchell State Park, managed by the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation, in Yancey County, North Carolina. It is 11 miles long and gains 1,598 feet. The surface is dirt. The nearest town is Montreat, North Carolina, about 8 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,997 ft |
| High point | 0.8 mi | 2,020 ft |
| End | 10.8 mi | 965 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
Official sources & verification
Managed by North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
Source of truth
- Mount Mitchell State Park — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Montreat, NC · about 8 mi away
- County:
- Yancey County, NC
- Jurisdiction:
- Mount Mitchell State Park · North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(828) 867-4000
- Address:2388 N.C. 128, Burnsville, NC 28714 · NC
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Imported route
Nearby Trails
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Mount Mitchell Summit Trail
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In this park
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Mount Mitchell Loop
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Camp Alice to Mount Mitchell Summit Trail
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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Mount Mitchell State Park
0.6 mi awayMount Mitchell State Park
Burnsville, NC
Reservable
Briar Bottom Group Campground
2.6 mi awayBurnsville, NC
Check official pricing6 sitesReservable Usually has openings · 10% No Service
Black Mountain Campground
2.6 mi awayBurnsville, NC
Check official pricing41 sitesReservable TentRV Well reviewed No Service
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