Looking Glass Rock
Mountain in North Carolina · 3,963 ft
The hike up Looking Glass Rock
The route starts at Moore Cove Falls Trailhead Parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Looking Glass Rock?
Looking Glass Rock is 3,963 ft above sea level and lies in North Carolina. Its prominence is 876 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Looking Glass Rock?
From Moore Cove Falls Trailhead Parking it is about 2.1 mi one way with 1,263 ft of ascent. Expect around 2 h 5 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Looking Glass Rock?
The nearest parking is Moore Cove Falls Trailhead Parking (east of the peak) — 2.1 mi on foot · ↑ 1,263 ft · about 2 h 5 min round trip. Alternative: Looking Glass Rock Trailhead (southeast of the peak) (about 2.9 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 Looking Glass Rock in Conquer?
Yes — Looking Glass Rock 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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