Lenoir, North Carolina, is located in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains with the Brushy Mountains to the northeast and Hibriten Mountain just east of the city limits, our first stop in this one-of-a-kind, cave-themed day trip. For some great exercise, take a climb through history on the beautiful Hibriten Mountain Trail where a dark, mysterious cave is available to explore. And afterward, soothe your tired muscles at Wolf Moon Salt Cave and Stress Reduction Center. Just like its name, this beautiful space offers de-stressing opportunities in the most unique ways including a Himalayan salt cave, where you will surely leave more relaxed.
The otherworldly 5.4-mile Hibriten Mountain Top out-and-back trail takes about two-and-a-half hours to complete and is rated as moderately challenging.
Erica Gonzalez/AllTrails A parking lot is available at the end of Hibriten Mountain Road. From there, follow the pavement up to the gravel road to begin your climb.
Keep an eye out for some remnants of history, such as this rustic outhouse.
Britnye Campbell/AllTrails Also, be courteous, as this road crosses through several private properties when it is important to stay on the path and respect posted guidelines.
Another interesting historical marker is a fire tower erected in 1927.
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The naturally-formed cave is east of the path just before the final segment heading west along the top and located on the north side of the mountain.
Gayle Snyder/AllTrails Some legends offer the cave was used by soldiers as a hiding place, and for shelter by American Indians.
It is also said that three rooms are inside the cave and some places are so tight you have to crawl.
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If you decide to go in, let someone know you are inside in case something happens.
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Another exquisite reason to visit Hibriten Mountain is this view of the top of Lenoir and Table Rock Mountain.
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At 2,211 feet, the summit sits nearly 1,000 feet above the surrounding landscape.
Chaz Huffman/AllTrails This ramp was built in 1982 and is maintained by The Buzzard Club, which is a hang gliding club.
And sadly, off to the side of the ramp facing north lies this memorial paying respects to a young hand glider pilot who lost his life while test-flying a hand glider.
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Following the stimulating cave hike, rejuvenate your mind, body, and soul at Wolf Moon Salt Cave and Stress Reduction Center.
Wolf Moon Salt Cave and Stress Reduction Center/Facebook Here you are in the hands of an experienced team of hand-picked, professional practitioners and therapists with a holistic approach.
To relieve your sore muscles, be sure to book an appointment with a trained massage therapist.
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And sweep out that stress in the unusual Himalayan Salt Cave and Private Salt Room, where you are surrounded by salt walls, floors, and salt stalactites suspended from the ceiling.
Wolf Moon Salt Cave and Stress Reduction Center/Facebook A cascading water feature provides a natural source of salt therapy. Added comfort comes from eye pillows, blankets, and ear plugs if you like.
Or take a yoga class to relieve your body of stress through much-needed stretching and breathing.
Wolfmoonsaltcave.com The studio has an open feel, with exposed beams, and antique windows.
Outside is always a good place to practice yoga.
Wolf Moon Salt Cave and Stress Reduction Center/Facebook Pick an amazing boulder for an upward-facing dog pose.
Anywhere the evening takes you, focus on the horizon and remember the power inside of you can move mountains.
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And if the night finds you on Hibriten Mountain the weeks before Christmas, make a wish.
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How about it, folks? Are you ready to take this cave-themed day trip in North Carolina? If you make it to Hibriten Mountain cave or Wolf Moon Salt Cave and Stress Reduction Center in Lenoir, North Carolina, please let us know in the comments below.
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A parking lot is available at the end of Hibriten Mountain Road. From there, follow the pavement up to the gravel road to begin your climb.
Britnye Campbell/AllTrails
Also, be courteous, as this road crosses through several private properties when it is important to stay on the path and respect posted guidelines.
Samantha Shreve/AllTrails
Gayle Snyder/AllTrails
Some legends offer the cave was used by soldiers as a hiding place, and for shelter by American Indians.
Benjamin Brittain/AllTrails
Hibriten Mountain/Facebook
DAVE Rhuberg/AllTrails
Chaz Huffman/AllTrails
This ramp was built in 1982 and is maintained by The Buzzard Club, which is a hang gliding club.
Lance Carroll/AllTrails
Wolf Moon Salt Cave and Stress Reduction Center/Facebook
Here you are in the hands of an experienced team of hand-picked, professional practitioners and therapists with a holistic approach.
Wolfmoonsaltcave.com
A cascading water feature provides a natural source of salt therapy. Added comfort comes from eye pillows, blankets, and ear plugs if you like.
The studio has an open feel, with exposed beams, and antique windows.
Pick an amazing boulder for an upward-facing dog pose.
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Address: Hibriten Mountain Cave Trail, Lenoir, NC 28645, USAAddress: Wolf Moon Salt Cave and Stress Reduction Center, 814 Harper Ave, Lenoir, NC 28645, USA
