Black Mountain & Briar Bottom Campground
Nearby Trails
Explore Trails Around Black Mountain
Black Mountain & Briar Bottom Campground offers a convenient starting point for exploring hiking opportunities throughout Pisgah National Forest and the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains.
Visitors looking to add a hike to their stay can explore sections of the Appalachian Trail, high-elevation trails at Mount Mitchell State Park, and other routes throughout the region.
Trail mileage below uses published figures and estimates where available. Hiking times are general planning estimates and may vary based on pace, weather, trail conditions, parking, elevation, and time spent at overlooks. Published distances can also vary slightly by map, route, or turnaround point, so mileages should be used as planning estimates.
Nearby Trails Worth Adding to Your Visit
Note: Nearby trails are provided for informational purposes only and are not managed or maintained by FIND Outdoors. Trail and road conditions in the surrounding mountains can change because of weather, maintenance, storm recovery, or temporary closures. Always check current information from the managing agency before traveling to another trailhead.
Mount Mitchell Trail
Length: 11.8 miles out and back
Difficulty: Difficult
Surface: Natural mountain trail with roots, rocks, grades, and possible muddy sections
Trailhead Location: Black Mountain Campground
Estimated Time: 7.5-8.5 hours
Setrock Creek Falls Trail
Length: 1.1 miles out and back
Difficulty: Easy
Surface: Mix of paved surfaces and natural terrain
Trailhead Location: Parking lot off FS 472 (South Toe River Road)
Estimated Time: 30–60 minutes
South Toe River Loop Trail
Length: 3.6-mile loop
Difficulty: Moderate
Surface: Flat with a few rocky sections
Trailhead Location: Black Mountain Campground
Estimated Time: 1.5–2 hours