How long is Black Balsam Knob?

1.5 miles, out & back, with about 450 feet of elevation gain — roughly 44 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Black Balsam Knob?

It's rated Easy. a grassy 6,200-ft bald right off the Parkway

Where is Black Balsam Knob?

Black Balsam Knob is in North Carolina. a grassy 6,200-ft bald right off the Parkway

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Black Balsam Knob

North Carolina

Distance1.5 mi

Est. time~44 min

Elevation gain↗ 450 ft

RouteOut & back

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Black Balsam Knob is a easy 1.5-mile out & back hike in North Carolina with about 450 ft of elevation gain. a grassy 6,200-ft bald right off the Parkway.

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