Notable viewpoint · Swain, North Carolina

Pilot Knob

Pilot Knob is a viewpoint in Swain, North Carolina.

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Pilot Knob: crowds and conditions

Typical pattern: moderate; weekends busier. Been there recently? Post today’s status and it shows here for the next traveller.

Status options for this viewpoint: Open, good conditions · Very crowded · Approach road bad · Closed / not accessible.

Best time to visit Pilot Knob

Season: October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery.

Busiest days: Weekends and long holidays.

Crowd: Moderate; weekends busier.

Typical week: Mon light · Tue light · Wed light · Thu light · Fri light · Sat busy · Sun busy.

How to reach Pilot Knob — distance from nearby cities

    Coordinates: 35.46455, -83.57298. Road distances are estimates; the road-trip planner uses real routes and adds stops worth the detour.

    Places to visit near Pilot Knob

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    Frequently asked

    What is the best time to visit Pilot Knob?

    October to February for cool, clear air; July to September for mist and greenery. Moderate; weekends busier.

    What are the places to visit near Pilot Knob?

    Nearby: Fontana Lake (lake, 12 km), Andrews Bald (viewpoint, 14 km), Silers Bald (viewpoint, 14 km), Kuwohi (viewpoint, 16 km), Kuwohi (viewpoint, 16 km), Mount Collins (viewpoint, 20 km).

    Is Pilot Knob worth visiting?

    Pilot Knob is listed as a notable viewpoint in North Carolina on Spotwander.