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North Carolina
Beacon Heights Trail
0.4 mi
Distance
147 ft
Gain
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Beacon Heights Trail
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 0.4 mi
- Elevation gain
- 147 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- National Park Service
About this trail
Beacon Heights Trail is a short out-and-back hike in North Carolina covering 0.74 miles with 147 feet of elevation gain. The trail follows a straightforward path to Beacon Heights, offering views of the surrounding landscape.
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