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Tennessee
2.3 mi
Distance
1,698 ft
Gain
1h 26m
Time
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What we do know
Inside National Forests in North Carolina
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Why you'll love it
Jack Branch Trail
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Jack Branch Trail is a scenic 2.32-mile out-and-back hike in Tennessee that follows a creek drainage through mixed forest terrain. This short, accessible trail offers a peaceful walk along Jack Branch with opportunities to enjoy the flowing water and surrounding woodland environment. The out-and-back route makes it easy to turn back at any point, making it suitable for hikers of varying abilities.
River Ridge Loop
~0 min drive
Short out-and-back trail perfect for a quick nature walk.
Jack Branch
~3 min drive
Easy 2.22-mile out-and-back creek walk in Tennessee.
Shutin Creek
~5 min drive
4.08-mile out-and-back trail in North Carolina with 897 ft elevation gain and moderate difficulty.
Roundtop Ridge
~6 min drive
A moderate 6.41-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee connecting to the Appalachian Trail system.
Appalachian National Scenic Trail
~20 min drive
75-mile Appalachian Trail point-to-point through NC's mountain wilderness.
Lover's Leap
~6 min drive
A hard 1.11-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee connecting to Silver Mine Trail and the Appalachian Trail.
Van Cliff Loop
~7 min drive
5.06-mile moderate loop in North Carolina with 1,266 ft elevation gain.
Pump Gap Loop
~7 min drive
An 8.51-mile out-and-back singletrack trail in Tennessee connecting to the Appalachian Trail.
Sarvis Cove Trail
~28 min drive
Easy 2.48-mile out-and-back woodland hike to a scenic cove.
Spring Creek Nature
~7 min drive
Easy 2.33-mile loop in North Carolina with 482 ft elevation gain.
