High Rocks

Mountain in North Carolina · 4,291 ft

4,291 ft
Elevation
397 ft
Prominence
3.2 mi
Hike length one way
36.0228, -82.4286
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up High Rocks

3.2 mi
one way
1,135 ft
of ascent
3 h 6 min
round trip

The route starts at BEAR WOODS TRAILHEAD — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

3,796 ft3.2 mi · 4,249 ft

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Parking and starting point

1BEAR WOODS TRAILHEADRecommended
parking · north of the peak
3.2 mi on foot · ↑ 1,135 ft · about 3 h 6 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2SPIVEY GAP AT TRAILHEAD
parking · north of the peak
about 4.7 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Trailhead
marked trailhead · northeast of the peak
about 7.2 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗

Check signage and any parking fees on site.

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Frequently asked questions

How high is High Rocks?

High Rocks is 4,291 ft above sea level and lies in North Carolina. Its prominence is 397 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up High Rocks?

From BEAR WOODS TRAILHEAD it is about 3.2 mi one way with 1,135 ft of ascent. Expect around 3 h 6 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for High Rocks?

The nearest parking is BEAR WOODS TRAILHEAD (north of the peak) — 3.2 mi on foot · ↑ 1,135 ft · about 3 h 6 min round trip. Alternative: SPIVEY GAP AT TRAILHEAD (north of the peak) (about 4.7 mi to the summit). In the Conquer app you get driving directions to the trailhead and a hiking route to the summit.

Can I log High Rocks in Conquer?

Yes — High Rocks is one of 49,213 peaks in United States in Conquer. On the summit, open the app and tap to log the conquest — GPS verifies you're really there. No one has logged this peak yet — you could be the first.

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