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Pilot Mountain via Grindstone Trail

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6.2 mi
Distance
3 hrs 11 min
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terrain
1,053 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate out and back trail to Pilot Mountain in Pilot Mountain State Park.

This trail goes by Pilot Mountain State Park Campground.

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    5 years, 10 months ago
    This trial was one of the cleanest trails I have hiked. I was very impressed by how well the trial is maintained and would recommend for a short day hike.
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    7 years, 3 months ago
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Alternate Routes

  1. Pilot Mountain Loop
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 4.6 mi

Nearby Hiking Trails

  1. Pilot Mountain Loop via Mountain Trail
    ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ DIFFICULT 8.9 mi
  2. Pilot Mountain via Grindstone Trail and Ledge Spring Trail
    ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 4.3 mi
  3. Moores Knob
    ★ ★ ★ DIFFICULT 37.1 mi
  4. Mountain Trail and Grassy Ridge Trail Loop
    ★ ★ ★ ★ EASY 3.2 mi
  5. Stony Ridge via Corridor Trail
    ★ ★ ★ MODERATE 6.3 mi
  6. Pilot Mountain Loop via Mountain Trail
    ★ ★ ★ MODERATE 6.3 mi
  7. Moores Knob
    ★ ★ ★ DIFFICULT 35.3 mi
  8. Pilot Mountain Loop via Ledge Spring Trail
    ★ ★ EASY 2.5 mi