Mountain to Grindstone on Pilot Mountain

Type of Outing: Hike
When: THU 2/19/2026 8:30 AM
Signup Deadline: 2/18/2026 5:00 pm
Leader: Joan Heiss
Distance: 10 miles
Difficulty: R-26, Moderate
Elevation Gain: 1600 ft.
Description: Please join me for an hike at Pilot Mountain State Park beginning and ending at the visitor center. We will ascend via the Mountain trail, take Grindstone to the top, and hike around the Pinnacle loop for lunch with a view. After eating lunch, we will return to the visitor center via the Grindstone Trail.
Required Gear: Water and lunch