Fall paint-out and Campout At Sam Knob-day one

PAPA will be enjoying these beautiful Fall Pisgah views all day Saturday and Sunday.

With spectacular views of the Pisgah National Forest, Sam Knob is an imposing mountain peak located at the edge of the Shining Rock Wilderness. A surprisingly nice, easy trail wraps around this mountain to its grassy, partly bald summit. The round trip hike to the summit is 2.5 miles, but one does not need to go further than .25 miles from the parking lot before the forest opens to vast vistas of the gently rolling meadows with scores of wildflowers extending far into the distance. One can either paint from the wooden stairs and boardwalk or take up a position within the wildflowers themselves. For those who might feel a little more adventurous, the summit awaits.

And for those up for a more adventurous outing, you are welcome to join us for a one-night campout. Bring a tent and gear. If gear is needed, please reach out to Mike or Scott (contact info below) who have extra camping gear for anyone who needs it.  Artists are open to choose either day or the full weekend adventure. Come capture the Fall colors, long-distance Mountain View’s, a sunrise and/or sunset, enjoy a community campfire dinner, storytelling and laughter.