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Tennessee
18.1 mi
Distance
5,295 ft
Gain
7h 57m
Time
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What we do know
Inside National Forests in North Carolina
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Why you'll love it
Yellow Creek Mountain
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Yellow Creek Mountain offers an 18.15-mile out-and-back adventure through Tennessee's singletrack terrain. This moderate-difficulty route provides a rewarding journey for hikers seeking a substantial day hike with consistent challenge. As part of the broader Benton MacKaye Trail system, this section delivers a well-established path through the region's backcountry.
Slickrock Creek
~1 min drive
A strenuous 25.28-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee connecting to Big Stack Gap Branch Trail #139, ideal for experienced hikers seeking a challenging backcountry experience.
Ike Branch
~2 min drive
Out-and-back creek-side hike through Tennessee woodland.
Tapoco
~3 min drive
Easy 1.67-mile out-and-back woodland walk in Tapoco, Tennessee.
Ike Branch Trail
~3 min drive
Easy half-mile out-and-back walk along Ike Branch in Tennessee.
Benton Mackaye -Cheoah Rd
~2 min drive
A 30.01-mile out-and-back trail in North Carolina with 3523 ft elevation gain and hard difficulty.
Yellow Hammer Gap
~3 min drive
Accessible out-and-back trail to Yellow Hammer Gap with plateau views.
Big Fat
~5 min drive
A strenuous 2.83-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee connected to the Slickrock Creek Trail system.
Benton Mackaye -Cheoah Rd
~17 min drive
Out-and-back hike on the Benton MacKaye Trail in western NC highlands.
Haoe Lead
~6 min drive
A 12.93-mile out-and-back Tennessee trail connecting to the Benton MacKaye, Slickrock, and Hangover Lead trails.
Deep Creek
~5 min drive
An easy 5.98-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that connects to the Indian Creek Trail system, perfect for hikers seeking an accessible adventure.
