Great Balsam Mountains, Pisgah National Forest
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The Great Balsam Mountains, or Balsam Mountains, are in the mountain region of western North Carolina, United States. The Great Balsams are a subrange of the Blue Ridge Mountains, which in turn are a part of the Appalachian Mountains. The most famous peak in the Great Balsam range is Cold Mountain, which is the centerpiece of author Charles Frazier's bestselling novel Cold Mountain. ()
Maximum elevation: 6410 ftCoordinates: 35°22'0"N, 82°58'60"W
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Pisgah National Forest
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Great Balsam Mountains – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)
Nearby attractions include: Devil's Courthouse, Tanasee Bald, Richland Balsam, Middle Prong Wilderness.