Landmarks in Knoxville, TN

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Part of the majestic Great Smoky Mountains National Park, the Tricorner Knob towers at an elevation of 6,120 feet (1,865 meters) and straddles the borders of North Carolina and Tennessee. The mountain is so named because of the triangular ridge that is formed when the Balsam Mountains intersect the Great Smokies' crest. The hike to the Tricorner Knob is perilous, but can be accessed by experienced hikers from the nearby Cosby Campground. A shelter is located close-by, and can accommodate up to 12 people.