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Tennessee
5.7 mi
Distance
2,121 ft
Gain
2h 16m
Time
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Inside National Forests in North Carolina
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Why you'll love it
Nichols Cove
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Nichols Cove is a 5.68-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that features wet surface conditions, making it an ideal choice for hikers prepared for muddy or damp terrain. This trail connects to the broader Big Fat Trail #41 and Yellowhammer Gap Trail system, offering opportunities to extend your adventure or combine routes for a longer outing. Whether you're exploring Nichols Cove as a standalone hike or using it as part of a larger trail network, expect a moderately-distanced journey with interconnected pathways.
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