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Mountain Range
moderate
Cowee Mountains
North Carolina
Elevation Range
3,500 ft - 5,062 ft
Notable Peaks
2
Coordinates
35.1355, -83.1914
About Cowee Mountains
The Cowee Mountains are a rugged mountain range located in western North Carolina, near the border with Tennessee. This small, isolated range is characterized by steep, forested slopes and numerous rocky outcroppings. The terrain is generally steep and challenging, with numerous creeks and small waterfalls carving through the landscape. The highest peaks in the range reach over 5,000 feet in elevation, offering panoramic views of the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains.
Notable Peaks
Cowee Bald
5,062 ft
Big Butt
5,020 ft
Activities
hiking
backpacking
camping
wildlife viewing
Best Seasons
spring
summer
fall
Gateway Towns
Bryson City, NC
Franklin, NC
Data Source
Geographic data from USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS). Descriptions generated with AI assistance.