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Tennessee
28.9 mi
Distance
6,327 ft
Gain
10h 37m
Time
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What we do know
Inside Cherokee National Forest
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Why you'll love it
Snowbird Mountain
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Snowbird Mountain offers an ambitious out-and-back adventure spanning nearly 29 miles through Tennessee's backcountry. This trail integrates with a network of scenic branches and creeks—including Wildcat Branch, Fall Branch, Sassafras Creek, Boardcamp Branch, Mulky Branch, and Grassy Fork Road—creating a connected system for extended exploration. Hikers tackling this route will experience the interconnected waterways and terrain that define this mountain corridor. Ideal for experienced trekkers seeking a substantial day hike or backpacking expedition.
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~8 min drive
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Middle Falls
~7 min drive
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