Record SL-651334 · Wikidata Q6652622
Little Yellow Mountain
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Elevation
1,674
m
5,492 ft
Prominence
651 m
Isolation
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Coordinates
36.0654° N,
82.0687° W
Grid ref
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Description
WikipediaLittle Yellow Mountain is a mountain in the North Carolina High Country and wholly in the Pisgah National Forest. Its elevation reaches 5,504 ft (1,678 m), it is on the border between Avery and Mitchell counties. The mountain generates feeder streams for the North Toe River. Though named Little Yellow Mountain, it is actually 64 ft (20 m) taller than nearby Big Yellow Mountain. On December 3, 2009, the Nature Conservancy announced the acquisition of 466 acres (1.89 km2) at the summit of Little Yellow Mountain. The future goal is to transfer the land to the North Carolina State Parks System, becoming part of the Yellow Mountain State Natural Area.
Best months
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Neighbouring summits
| Name | Elevation | Bearing | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hawk Mountain | 1,659 m | SW 211° | 1.3 km |
| Firescald Mountain | 1,342 m | SE 129° | 1.8 km |
| Bearpen Rock | 1,269 m | NE 63° | 2.2 km |
| Oaks Knob | 1,366 m | E 85° | 2.7 km |
| Little Hawk Mountain | 1,219 m | S 195° | 2.9 km |
| Rock Creek Mountain | 1,270 m | SW 233° | 3.3 km |