Yellow Face
Mountain in North Carolina · 6,033 ft
The hike up Yellow Face
The route starts at Browning Knob Overlook — recommended parking for the shortest hike to the top.
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Frequently asked questions
How high is Yellow Face?
Yellow Face is 6,033 ft above sea level and lies in North Carolina. Its prominence is 315 ft — how far the summit rises above the surrounding terrain.
How long is the hike up Yellow Face?
From Browning Knob Overlook it is about 0.8 mi one way with 400 ft of ascent. Expect around 53 min round trip at a normal hiking pace.
Where do you park for Yellow Face?
The nearest parking is Browning Knob Overlook (northeast of the peak) — 0.8 mi on foot · ↑ 400 ft · about 53 min round trip. Alternative: the parking area northeast of the peak (about 1.0 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 Yellow Face in Conquer?
Yes — Yellow Face 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 Yellow Face in the app
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