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North Carolina
0.4 mi
Distance
497 ft
Gain
22 min
Time
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What we do know
Inside National Forests in North Carolina
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Why you'll love it
Big Tom Gap
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Big Tom Gap is a short out-and-back trail in North Carolina offering a quick woodland walk through the mountain gap. This brief excursion provides easy access to a scenic gap area, making it ideal for families or those seeking a leisurely stroll in the high country.
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Mt Mitchell
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~5 min drive
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Green Knob
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Colbert Ridge
~6 min drive
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Stair Creek
~11 min drive
Easy out-and-back waterfall trail along Stair Creek.
