Pilot Knob Trail

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North Carolina · Surry County

Pilot Knob Trail

0.8-mile moderate trail around the iconic knob area.

Rating

Length

0.8 mi

Difficulty

5

County

Surry

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Gully Creek Trail

Hiking trail in Cumberland Knob Recreation Area

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Cumberland Knob Trail

Hiking trail to Cumberland Knob

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Little Glade Millpond

Easy 0.4-mile loop stroll around a picturesque pond, perfect for birdwatching.

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About This Trail

This moderate trail circles the base of Pilot Mountain’s iconic quartzite knob, passing through rocky crevices, mossy staircases, and rhododendron thickets. Watch for ravens and turkey vultures riding thermals along the sheer cliff faces, with panoramic views of the surrounding Piedmont and Sauratown Mountains.

Location

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Coordinates: 36.3408, -80.461

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Getting There

Start from Pilot Mountain State Park mountain section trailheads. Park GPS: 36.3408, -80.4610.

Nearby Trails

Gully Creek Trail

Hiking trail in Cumberland Knob Recreation Area

Cumberland Knob Trail

Hiking trail to Cumberland Knob

Little Glade Millpond

Easy 0.4-mile loop stroll around a picturesque pond, perfect for birdwatching.

Cedar Ridge Trail

4.2-mile moderate day hike through vistas and forests in Doughton Park.

Wildcat Rocks Trail

Short 0.1-mile easy access to an overlook with sweeping vistas.

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