Going for a hike is the best way to truly appreciate North Carolina’s beauty, and now is the perfect time to get out there! Here’s a short, easy hike with great views and interesting terrain. Check it out!

Pilot Mountain State Park is located near Pinnacle, North Carolina. Its main feature is Pilot Mountain, which rises more than 2,000 feet from the valley floor.

David P./Tripadvisor This park offers plenty of great hiking trails, but there’s one in particular that’s short and easy, with a great payoff.

The Little Pinnacle Overlook trail is just 100 yards long. While it has a slight grade, it’s a fairly easy trail.

Susan Smith/flickr You’ll find the trailhead at the Summit Parking Area.

Little Pinnacle Bluff is perched on the side of the mountain, affording some great views of the Big Pinnacle.

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You’ll definitely want to have your camera at the ready here.

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Spend some time at the overlook, marveling at the natural beauty of North Carolina.

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The views at the top are simply stunning. On a clear day, you can see 3,000 square miles.

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Leah_Jason99/Tripadvisor For information about all the trails at Pilot Mountain State Park, click here.

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This park offers plenty of great hiking trails, but there’s one in particular that’s short and easy, with a great payoff.

Susan Smith/flickr

You’ll find the trailhead at the Summit Parking Area.

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For information about all the trails at Pilot Mountain State Park, click here.

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