King's Pinnacle is named for the unique formation at its summit resembling a king's crown. The pinnacle is the highest peak in the park at 1,705 feet in elevation. It towers more than 800 feet above the surrounding landscape.
It's elevation is . . . — — Map (db m23399) HM
On York Highway (U.S. 321) just north of Gateway Farm Road, on the right when traveling north.
North Carolina. Colonized, 1585-87, by first English settlers in America; permanently settled c.1650; first to vote readiness for independence, Apr. 12, 1776.
South Carolina. Formed in 1712 from part of Carolina, which was chartered . . . — — Map (db m129257) HM
On Andrew Jackson Highway (U.S. 74) at South South Street, on the right when traveling west on Andrew Jackson Highway.
Governor of North Carolina, 1945 - 1949. State legislator. Promoted good roads and rural electrification. Grave is 3 miles S.E. — — Map (db m108789) HM
