Black Balsam Knob
Parking available
A treeless mountain bald in the Pisgah National Forest, Black Balsam Knob offers spectacular 360-degree panoramic views, abundant wild blueberries, and access to popular hiking trails like the Art Loeb Trail.

šŸ“œ Black Balsam Knob is a treeless mountain bald in the Pisgah National Forest, offering panoramic views from over 6,000 feet elevation.

Why Go

ā›°ļø Panoramic 360-degree views year-round
šŸ« Abundant wild blueberries and diverse wildlife
šŸš¶ Access to Art Loeb Trail and other hiking options
šŸŒ² Alpine-like feel unique to the Southern Appalachians

Why Avoid

āš ļø Trail can be rutted and rocky, tough on knees
ā„ļø Blue Ridge Parkway access often closed in winter due to snow/ice
ā›ˆļø Fast-changing weather, often 15-20 degrees cooler than Asheville
šŸ”„ Campfires not allowed in Shining Rock Wilderness

šŸ…æļø Parking

Free, but limited, parking available at Blue Ridge Parkway milepost 420.
Larger parking area with restrooms at the end of Black Balsam Knob Road.

šŸ• Dog-friendly

Leashed dogs allowed on trails.

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