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North Carolina
Hawksbill
2.2 mi
Distance
870 ft
Gain
1h 7m
Time
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Inside National Forests in North Carolina
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Hawksbill
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 2.2 mi
- Elevation gain
- 870 ft
- Elevation loss
- 870 ft
- Highest point
- 4,000 ft
- Lowest point
- 3,319 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- no
About this trail
Hawksbill is an easy 2.19-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee, making it an accessible choice for hikers of various skill levels. The rocky terrain provides a natural surface underfoot as you make your way along this straightforward route. This trail connects to both the Lower Hawksbill Trail and Upper Hawksbill Trail, offering opportunities to extend your hike or explore the broader trail system in the area.
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