Old Butt Knob
Mountain in North Carolina · 5,522 ft
The hike up Old Butt Knob
The route starts at Shining Creek Trailhead — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Old Butt Knob?
Old Butt Knob is 5,522 ft above sea level and lies in North Carolina. Its prominence is 190 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Old Butt Knob?
From Shining Creek Trailhead it is about 2.4 mi one way with 2,146 ft of ascent. Expect around 3 h 10 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Old Butt Knob?
The nearest parking is Shining Creek Trailhead (east of the peak) — 2.4 mi on foot · ↑ 2,146 ft · about 3 h 10 min round trip. Alternative: LOOKING GLASS ROCK TRAILHEAD (southwest of the peak) (about 5.5 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 Old Butt Knob in Conquer?
Yes — Old Butt Knob 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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