Mount Mitchell
Mountain in North Carolina · 6,683 ft
The hike up Mount Mitchell
The route starts at Mount Mitchell Summit Parking — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Parking and starting point
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Mount Mitchell?
Mount Mitchell is 6,683 ft above sea level and lies in North Carolina. Its prominence is 6,076 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Mount Mitchell?
From Mount Mitchell Summit Parking it is about 0.2 mi one way with 89 ft of ascent. Expect around 13 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Mount Mitchell?
The nearest parking is Mount Mitchell Summit Parking (north of the peak) — 0.2 mi on foot · ↑ 89 ft · about 13 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area southwest of the peak (about 0.7 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 Mount Mitchell in Conquer?
Yes — Mount Mitchell 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.
Conquer Mount Mitchell in the app
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