The Albert Mountain Fire Tower is located in the Nantahala National Forest near Otto, NC.
There are various ways to hike to the fire tower which is located on the Appalachian National Scenic Trail.
The easiest way is to drive up to the end of Ball Creek Road, and use the Albert Mountain Bypass Trail to connect with the A.T.
Take a right or proceed south bound on the A.T. to the fire tower summit.