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Tennessee
3.4 mi
Distance
2,048 ft
Gain
1h 42m
Time
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Inside National Forests in North Carolina
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Why you'll love it
Yellow Hammer Gap
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Yellow Hammer Gap is a scenic 3.43-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that offers hikers an accessible journey through the Cumberland Plateau region. The trail features moderate elevation gain with views of the gap's distinctive geological formations and surrounding forest terrain. This out-and-back route is ideal for hikers seeking a shorter day hike with rewarding vistas.
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