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Tennessee
16.5 mi
Distance
1,922 ft
Gain
6h 28m
Time
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What we do know
Inside National Forests in North Carolina
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Why you'll love it
Lost Cove Loop
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The Lost Cove Loop offers Tennessee hikers a moderate 16.49-mile circular adventure through varied terrain. This loop route provides a full day of hiking with consistent challenge throughout, making it ideal for those seeking a substantial backcountry experience without extreme technical difficulty.
Timber Ridge
~1 min drive
A 3-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that connects to the Fayetteville area trail system, ideal for hikers of varying experience levels.
Darkside Cliffs
~3 min drive
Brief out-and-back hike to dramatic cliff overlooks in North Carolina.
Yancey Ridge
~3 min drive
A 12.20-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee connecting to Wilson Creek and Lost Cove.
Yellow Buck
~4 min drive
A moderate 5.41-mile out-and-back trail on a logging road in Tennessee, connecting to multiple regional trails.
Hunt Fish Falls
~3 min drive
A 1.62-mile moderate out-and-back trail in Tennessee connected to the Mountains to Sea Trail system.
Wilson Creek Spur
~4 min drive
Short out-and-back spur accessing Wilson Creek in North Carolina.
Wilson Creek
~5 min drive
An easy 13.22-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee suitable for hikers of all abilities.
Persimmon Ridge
~5 min drive
A 4.28-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee perfect for a half-day hike.
North Harper Shortcut
~3 min drive
An easy 2.19-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that connects to the Mountains to Sea Trail system and nearby routes.
Pine Ridge Connector
~9 min drive
Easy 1.82-mile out-and-back connector through North Carolina pine forest.