Record SL-651220 · Wikidata Q5058413
Celo Knob
No list classifications
Elevation
1,922
m
6,306 ft
Prominence
197 m
Isolation
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Coordinates
35.8523° N,
82.2487° W
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaCelo Knob is the northernmost major peak in the Black Mountains of western North Carolina. It is located just north of Mount Mitchell State Park in the Pisgah National Forest. It is the first peak encountered while hiking the Black Mountain Crest Trail from Bowlens Creek. The trail passes to the southwest of the summit, which can be reached by various herd paths.
Best months
Hiking score 0–100 · 10-yr climate averagesRows beneath each bar: mean temperature, monthly precipitation. Highest-scoring month in red.
Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percys Peak | 1,885 m | S 169° | 0.5 km |
| Horse Rock | 1,893 m | S 166° | 0.5 km |
| Gibbs Mountain | 1,889 m | S 178° | 1.3 km |
| Grassy Knob | 1,662 m | W 260° | 1.5 km |
| Bluerock Knob | 1,478 m | N 352° | 2.9 km |
| Moody Mountain | 1,417 m | W 269° | 2.9 km |
Climbing routes
nearest first| Route | Area | Grade | From summit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Royal Air | Black Mountain Range Alpine | V-easy | 795 m |
| Right Wishbone | Black Mountain Range Alpine | 1 | 795 m |
| Left Wishbone (Rock Scramble) | Black Mountain Range Alpine | 1+ | 795 m |