Hiking Trails

Hiking Trails

Our mile-high town of Beech Mountain has a network of scenic trails for all fitness levels – with summer temperatures that seldom top the 70s. Often, you are able to hike directly from your vacation rental or lodge! With the gorgeous mile-high Emerald Outback...
Emerald Outback Trails

Emerald Outback Trails

(7 miles, moderate) Step into the Emerald Outback Trails for soaring mountain vistas and forested trails along the ridgeline above 5,000 feet elevation. The 7-mile network of trails are used by hikers and bikers. You can make your own loop trek or hike out-and-back....
Smoketree Trail

Smoketree Trail

CLOSED FOR STORM REPAIRS IN 2026 (3.6 miles roundtrip, easy to moderate) A nice grassy trail with a hidden treasure of a series of small waterfalls. The woodland path runs from the trailhead at Mill Pond Lane past town limits to the Beech Mountain Parkway Extension....
Owl Prowl Trail

Owl Prowl Trail

(1.2 miles, moderate) Given its name due to the many owls that can be seen and heard along its route, it winds its way through the mountainside providing a gradual walk and exciting ride for bikers. It can be accessed from Grassy Gap Creek Trail or from Hickory Spur...
5506′ Skybar

5506′ Skybar

Enjoy the views, drinks and food at the highest bar in the Southeast, located atop the slopes at Beech Mountain Resort (at 5,506 ft elevation). The deck has Adirondack chairs and picnic tables with panoramic vistas. It’s defintitely a unique place to eat and...
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