Hike on a Mountain - View this location on map 'Drive 19 miles south on Route 105 for a vigorous morning hike on Grandfather Mountain (800-468-7325), so named because its northern face resembles an old man looking skyward. Starting at the summit's visitor center, the challenging yet doable two-hour hike along Grandfather Trail to MacRae Peak climbs rugged terrain that includes numerous ladders and ropes put in place to traverse steep, rocky places. The view from MacRae is worth the effort. This is a private reserve, and admission is $14.'' New York Times U.S. 221 and Blue Ridge Parkway, linville, NC Active, Kids

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