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Celo Knob
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mountain in United States of America
Celo Knob is the northernmost major peak in the Black Mountains of western North Carolina. It is located just north of Mount Mitchell State Park in the Pisgah National Forest. It is the first peak encountered while hiking the Black Mountain Crest Trail from Bowlens Creek. The trail passes to the southwest of the summit, which can be reached by various herd paths.
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Black Mountain Crest Trail, Yancey County, North Carolina, 38714
Coordinates: 35.85234, -82.24874
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