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Tennessee
5.8 mi
Distance
2,137 ft
Gain
2h 46m
Time
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Inside National Forests in North Carolina
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Why you'll love it
Bennett Gap
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Bennett Gap is a 5.85-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that offers hikers a straightforward journey to explore this scenic route. This trail integrates seamlessly with the broader Coontree Out-and-back system and connects to Perry Cove Trail (#151) and Coontree Out-and-back (#144), making it an excellent choice for those looking to extend their adventure or combine multiple trails in the area.
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~0 min drive
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Avery Creek
~1 min drive
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Buckwheat Knob
~4 min drive
A moderate 3-mile out-and-back hike on rocky terrain in Tennessee, connecting to nearby trails in the Avery Creek and Black Mountain area.
Clawhammer Cove
~2 min drive
A 2.17-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that connects to Avery Creek Trail and the Twin Falls-Clawhammer Cove Loop system.
Buckhorn Gap
~2 min drive
A moderate 12.60-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that connects to several other regional trails including Meigs Mountain and Lumber Ridge.
Squirrel Gap
~5 min drive
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Exercise Trail
~3 min drive
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North Slope Loop
~3 min drive
A 6.40-mile out-and-back trail in North Carolina with 1558 ft elevation gain and hard difficulty.
Stony Knob
~5 min drive
3.89-mile out-and-back trail in North Carolina with 977 ft elevation gain; moderate difficulty.
Perry Cove
~3 min drive
A challenging 2.53-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee connected to the Bennett Gap Trail system, ideal for experienced hikers.