Rocky Knob

Mountain in North Carolina · 4,705 ft

4,705 ft
Elevation
223 ft
Prominence
1.4 mi
Hike length one way
35.6714, -82.4483
Coordinates (N, E)

The hike up Rocky Knob

1.4 mi
one way
1,332 ft
of ascent
1 h 48 min
round trip

The route starts at the nearest registered starting point — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.

3,340 ft1.4 mi · 4,665 ft

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Parking and starting point

1Parking areaRecommended
parking · southwest of the peak
1.4 mi on foot · ↑ 1,332 ft · about 1 h 48 min round trip
Directions in Google Maps ↗
2Parking area
parking · west of the peak
about 2.3 mi to the summit
Directions in Google Maps ↗
3Parking area
parking · southwest of the peak
about 4.2 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 Rocky Knob?

Rocky Knob is 4,705 ft above sea level and lies in North Carolina. Its prominence is 223 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.

How long is the hike up Rocky Knob?

From the nearest registered starting point it is about 1.4 mi one way with 1,332 ft of ascent. Expect around 1 h 48 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.

Where do you park for Rocky Knob?

The nearest parking is the parking area southwest of the peak — 1.4 mi on foot · ↑ 1,332 ft · about 1 h 48 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area west of the peak (about 2.3 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 Rocky Knob in Conquer?

Yes — Rocky 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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