Hiking
Black Balsam Trail
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Distance
- 1.5 ml
- Duration
- 1 hr
- Ascent
- 400 ft
- Descent
- 400 ft
Black Balsam Knob Rd, Canton, NC 28716
Best Time of Year: Mar 01 - Oct 31
Black Balsam Trail scales Black Balsam Knob, one of the greatest hikes along the Blue Ridge Parkway with treeless mountaintops.
Directions to Location
- Drive East on US 23/74 for 8.9 miles
- Turn left to enter the Blue Ridge Parkway
- Proceed toward Asheville to milepost 420
Trails and Waterfalls can be dangerous; take no chances, only photos for memories. Read our Safety and Insider tips to have a safe, fun and enjoyable trip to Jackson County.
Leave No Trace — Seven Principles
1. Plan Ahead and Prepare
2. Travel and Camp on Durable Surfaces
3. Dispose of Waste Properly
4. Leave What You Find
5. Minimize Campfire Impacts
6. Respect Wildlife
7. Be Considerate of Other Visitors
For more details, visit www.lnt.org
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