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Tennessee
16.9 mi
Distance
2,964 ft
Gain
6h 44m
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 Snowbird
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Big Snowbird is a 16.92-mile out-and-back trail located in Tennessee that offers hikers an extended journey through the region. This route integrates with the broader Snowbird Trail #64 system, providing access to a connected network of trails for those seeking to explore the area more thoroughly.
Sassafras Creek
~2 min drive
A moderate 1.95-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that links into the Big Snowbird Trail system.
Burntrock Ridge
~3 min drive
A 3.45-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that connects to Middle Falls Trail, Big Snowbird Trail, and Sassafras Creek Trail.
Snowbird Mountain
~9 min drive
A challenging 28.88-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee connecting multiple branches and creeks through Snowbird Mountain's backcountry network.
Benton Mackaye -Cheoah Rd
~12 min drive
Out-and-back hike on the Benton MacKaye Trail in western NC highlands.
Middle Falls
~3 min drive
Easy 2.15-mile out-and-back trail in North Carolina with 521 ft elevation gain.
Mitchell Lick
~7 min drive
A 4.82-mile out-and-back Tennessee trail connecting to Big Snowbird, King Meadows, and Snowbird Creek trails.
Santeetlah Lake Trail South
~10 min drive
A 19.28-mile out-and-back trail in North Carolina with 2,087 ft elevation gain and hard difficulty.
Ike Branch Trail
~22 min drive
Easy half-mile out-and-back walk along Ike Branch in Tennessee.
Middle Falls Alt.
~4 min drive
Easy 0.31-mile out-and-back trail in North Carolina with minimal elevation gain.
Cheoah Trail
~14 min drive
A 4.89-mile loop trail in Tennessee perfect for a full day of hiking.
