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Tennessee
CH Sunken Trace Trail
0.3 mi
Distance
37 ft
Gain
7 min
Time
Conditions: Clear
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CH Sunken Trace Trail
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 0.3 mi
- Elevation gain
- 37 ft
- Elevation loss
- 37 ft
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- National Park Service
About this trail
The CH Sunken Trace Trail is a short out-and-back hike through a scenic sunken trace—a natural pathway worn down over centuries by water erosion and foot traffic. This easy walk showcases the unique geological features of Tennessee's landscape, offering a glimpse into the region's natural history without requiring significant elevation gain.
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