Majestic Mount Pisgah

Mount Pisgah from the Blue Ridge Parkway

Mt. Pisgah Hiking Trail

Mount Pisgah is one of the majestic marvels along the Blue Ridge Parkway. The viewing platform from the top of Mount Pisgah provides panoramic views of the mountain ranges of western North Carolina. There are no other mountain peeks blocking the 360° viewing angle from the top of Mount Pisgah.

Looking Glass Rock (another majestic mountain marvel of western North Carolina) can be seen in the southern region.

Media Tower atop Mt. Pisgah

The view from the parking lot below will provide some perspective of the mile and a half hike up the mountain side to the viewing platform. In order to reach the viewing platform the would-be hiker will have to navigate rocky, steep terrain while climbing up the 700+ foot elevation change. The hike up the mountain side will provide a good cardiovascular workout.

The access trail to the top of Mount Pisgah can be accessed near mile marker 408 along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Look for the road sign that designates Mount Pisgah Parking. This section of the parkway is a very popular tourist attraction that provides lodging, camping, and picnic access as well as overlook parking for viewing spectacular mountain ranges.

Viewing Platform atop Mt. Pisgah

Mount Pisgah can easily identified by the communication tower that stands on its peek. The communication tower can be seen throughout the entire region, calling the outdoor enthusiast to the viewing platform at the peek of the mountain. Mount Pisgah hiking trail is a fun-for-the-whole-family adventure.

View of the Parking Area from Mt. Pisgah

View Towards Asheville from Mt. Pisgah