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2. Pisgah National Forest - Wikipedia

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   The Pisgah National Forest was established in 1916, one of the first national forests in the eastern United States. The new preserve included approximately 86,700 acres (35,100 ha) that had been part of the Biltmore Estate, but were sold to the federal government in 1914 by Edith Vanderbilt. Some of the forest tracts were among the first ...

3. Wilson Creek (North Carolina) - Wikipedia

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   Wild, scenic, recreational. Designated. August 18, 2000. Wilson Creek is located in the Grandfather District of the Pisgah National Forest, in the northwestern section of Caldwell County, North Carolina. Wilson Creek has a water system that originates near Calloway Peak and stretches for 23 miles (37 km) before joining with John's River.

4. Linville Gorge Wilderness - Wikipedia

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   Maintained by the United States Forest Service, it comprises 11,786 acres (47.70 km 2) around the Linville River, and is situated inside the Pisgah National Forest. The river is approximately 1,400 feet (430 m) below the ridge, thus hiking in and out of the Gorge is challenging and enjoyable for those who like serious hiking.

5. Conservation groups sue US Forest Service alleging Pisgah ...

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   A coalition of five conservation organizations have sued the U.S. Forest Service, alleging the 2023 management plan for the Nantahala-Pisgah national forests failed to protect the biologically ...

6. Table Rock (North Carolina) - Wikipedia

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   Table Rock is a mountain in the east rim of Linville Gorge, part of Pisgah National Forest (Grandfather Ranger District) in North Carolina. It features a distinctive rock formation, and is a prominent peak in the area. [2] The peak makes for a quick hike from a nearby parking area, and is also very popular for rock climbing. [3]

7. Looking Glass Falls - Wikipedia

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   The falls are open to the public and are accessible on the side of U.S. Highway 276, approximately 5.6 miles north of the intersection of 276, U.S. Highway 64, and NC Highway 280 in Pisgah Forest, North Carolina. The falls are just under 70' tall from top to bottom, with the main falls at 60'. It is an extremely popular waterfall, due to ease ...