Waterrock Knob Trail
moderate · 1.2 mi · +400 ft · ~35 min · 1h 5m from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: sunset, 360 views, Blue Ridge Parkway
Waterrock Knob Trail is a moderate 1.2-mile hike, about 1h 5m from downtown Asheville. Plan on 35 min with 400 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Popular sunset spot with panoramic views from the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Trailhead
35.4578, -83.1423
Make a day of it
- Joey's Pancake House (Restaurants, ★ 4.8) — 4.8 mi from the trailhead
- Bearwaters Bistro Creekside (Restaurants, ★ 4.3) — 4.8 mi from the trailhead
- Legends Sports Bar And Grill (Restaurants, ★ 4.3) — 5.0 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Waterrock Knob Trail take?
About 35 min for the 1.2-mile hike, with 400 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Waterrock Knob Trail?
It's rated moderate: 1.2 miles with 400 ft of climbing.
How far is Waterrock Knob Trail from Asheville?
About 1h 5m by car from downtown Asheville.
Is Waterrock Knob Trail dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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- Potato Knob Trail: moderate · 3.4 mi · +700 ft · ~1h 45m · 22 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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