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Hawksbill Trail in Linville Gorge Wilderness

The Hawksbill Trail in Linville Gorge offers a rewarding hiking experience that begins with a gradual climb through a forested path lined with rhododendron and hardwood trees. As you ascend, the trail becomes steeper and rockier, with the final stretch requiring a bit of a scramble before reaching the summit. From the summit, two distinct vantage points provide breathtaking views of the Linville Gorge, including striking perspectives of Table Rock, Shortoff Mountain, and the distant Blue Ridge peaks, all framed by rugged cliffs and dramatic drop-offs. #Hiking #Mountain #Forest #Nature #Gorge #Overlook

  • Distance: 2.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 696 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 3,944 ft
  • Elevation loss: 696 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 3,304 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 9 m
  • Moving speed: 1.9 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.9 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 31 m
  • Global speed: 1.4 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 2.2 mi
  • Elevation gain: 696 ft
  • Maximum elevation: 3,944 ft
  • Elevation loss: 696 ft
  • Minimum elevation: 3,304 ft
  • Moving time: 1 h 9 m
  • Moving speed: 1.9 mph
  • Maximum speed: 3.9 mph
  • Total time: 1 h 31 m
  • Global speed: 1.4 mph

About this trail

Name: Hawksbill Trail in Linville Gorge Wilderness trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: 6097, Roses Creek Road, Burke County, North Carolina, 28657, United States (35.91459 -81.87836)

End: Hawksbill Trail, Burke County, North Carolina, United States (35.91457 -81.87845)

Coordinates: 35.91233 -81.88649 35.91592 -81.87836

Topography: Burke County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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Hawksbill Mountain Trail in Linville Gorge Wilderness

United States > North Carolina > Burke County

The Hawksbill Mountain Trail offers hikers an accessible but rewarding adventure in the heart of the Linville Gorge Wilderness. As you climb through rhododendron-filled forests, you’ll encounter rock outcroppings that reward you with breathtaking panoramic views of the gorge below, including vistas of Table…

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 679 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,944 ft

Gear up for your next adventure:

🧦Hiking Socks - Comfortable socks to prevent blisters on long hikes
🎒Trekking Poles - Sturdy poles for balance and stability on rough terrain
💧Water Purification System - Clean water on the trail with reliable purifiers
🚗GPS Dash Cams - Record your scenic drives through mountain passes and canyons
🧭Pro Hiking Compasses - High-accuracy liquid-filled compasses for topographic orientation

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