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Browning Knob and Waterrock Knob route map
ModerateOut and Back

Browning Knob and Waterrock Knob

Sylva, North Carolina

1.8 mi

Distance

912 ft

Elev. Gain

58m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Moderate

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Browning Knob and Waterrock Knob trail is an out-and-back trail located near Sylva, North Carolina. Spanning approximately 1.8 miles, it offers a moderate challenge due to its 912 feet of elevation gain over a relatively short distance. The trail features a dirt surface and reaches a maximum elevation of 1904 meters, providing opportunities for panoramic views and a potentially rewarding hiking experience.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,765 ft
Max:1,904 ft
278 ft
278 ft
1,765 ft1,811 ft1,858 ft1,904 ft0.0 mi0.4 mi0.9 mi1.3 mi1.8 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Out & Back
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

Highlights

forest settingpotential for scenic views

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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