Stack Rock Parking Area

A short but steep hike leads to stunning long-range views from two open quartzite rock areas. Facing east and west, the summit is a popular spot for both sunrises and sunsets, with views of Table Rock, Hawksbill, Grandmother Mountain, and Grandfather Mountain

Beacon Heights Overlook

View of Grandfather Mountain

Grandmother Mountain lies just a short distance from the towering Grandfather Mountain. The parking area sits along the mountain’s western slope, providing access to the surrounding landscape. During the summer months, blooming rhododendrons add vibrant color and beauty to the area.

Grandmother Mountain Parking Area

Little Bald Overlook

The overlook offers spectacular views of Grandfather Mountain and the Linville Valley. Flat Rock is a prominent outcrop of quartzite located on the western slope of Grandmother Mountain. Nearby, the Flat Rock Trail is a leisurely 0.6-mile, self-guiding loop that winds through the surrounding forest.

Flat Rock Parking Overlook

View of Lost Cove Cliffs

Camp Creek flows southward alongside the Blue Ridge Parkway for three miles before reaching the overlook. The creek eventually joins the Linville River, which winds through Linville Gorge. A short trail from the parking area leads through the forest to the peaceful sounds of Camp Creek. The surrounding forest is home to white pines and broadleaf trees and was logged in the early 1900s by the Camp brothers of Chicago.

All Overlooks