How long is Hawksbill Mountain (Linville)?

1.5 miles, out & back, with about 700 feet of elevation gain — roughly 51 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Hawksbill Mountain (Linville)?

It's rated Moderate. a dramatic perch over the Linville Gorge

Moderate

North Carolina

Distance1.5 mi

Est. time~51 min

Elevation gain↗ 700 ft

RouteOut & back

Illustrative elevation profile — open in Apple Maps for the live trail map & precise profile.

a dramatic perch over the Linville Gorge.

Check conditions, permits, and weather before you go — trails close, and mountain weather turns fast.