No area (in the Southeast) of similar size can begin to compare with Bluff Mountain for total biological diversity and scientific interest.
Ritchie C. Bell, NC Botanical Garden Director (1961-1986)
Welcome to one of last remaining great places in the Southern Appalachian Mountains. This is Bluff Mountain.
From a floristically-distinct fen situated atop on a plateau at 4400′ elevation, the only one of its kind in North Carolina, to it’s gorgeous Carolina Hemlock Bluff for which the mountain is named. Bluff is home a very high number of rare plants species, and at least three natural community types known only from this preserve.
The goal of this website is to share the story of Bluff Mountain, define the management of the preserve, …………..
COVER PHOTOS BY ANDREW KORNYLAK. (andrewkornylak.com)
Bluff Mountain Preserve 