Fryingpan Mountain Tower
easy · 1.5 mi · +400 ft · ~45 min · 35 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: fire tower, 360 views, Blue Ridge Parkway
Fryingpan Mountain Tower is an easy 1.5-mile hike, about 35 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 45 min with 400 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Short hike to a historic fire tower with incredible panoramic views.
Trailhead
35.4523, -82.7567
Make a day of it
- Budgie's Bakeshop - Bakery and Coffee Shop (Coffee Shops, ★ 4.8) — 2.3 mi from the trailhead
- Rocky Face Tavern (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 3.1 mi from the trailhead
- Southern Porch (Restaurants, ★ 4.4) — 7.2 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Fryingpan Mountain Tower take?
About 45 min for the 1.5-mile hike, with 400 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Fryingpan Mountain Tower?
It's rated easy: 1.5 miles with 400 ft of climbing.
How far is Fryingpan Mountain Tower from Asheville?
About 35 min by car from downtown Asheville.
Is Fryingpan Mountain Tower dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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