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North Carolina
London Bald
17.0 mi
Distance
3,471 ft
Gain
6h 47m
Time
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Inside National Forests in North Carolina
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London Bald
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 17.0 mi
- Elevation gain
- 3,471 ft
- Elevation loss
- 3,471 ft
- Highest point
- 4,405 ft
- Lowest point
- 3,343 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
London Bald is a challenging 17.04-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that rewards dedicated hikers with a substantial backcountry experience. This hard-difficulty route integrates with the broader Appletree and Bartram trail systems, offering opportunities to extend your adventure or connect to neighboring paths. Whether you're tackling the full distance or using it as a gateway to the surrounding trail network, London Bald demands fitness and preparation.
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