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Tennessee
1.9 mi
Distance
920 ft
Gain
44 min
Time
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What we do know
Inside National Forests in North Carolina
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Why you'll love it
China Creek
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China Creek is a 1.93-mile out-and-back trail in North Carolina with 197 feet of elevation gain. This easy trail is suitable for hikers of various skill levels.
Thunderhole Falls
~1 min drive
A moderate out-and-back trail near Tennessee's China Creek Trail system, covering just under a mile for a quick hiking excursion.
Wilson Creek Spur
~12 min drive
Short out-and-back spur accessing Wilson Creek in North Carolina.
Yancey Ridge
~13 min drive
A 12.20-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee connecting to Wilson Creek and Lost Cove.
Yellow Buck
~18 min drive
A moderate 5.41-mile out-and-back trail on a logging road in Tennessee, connecting to multiple regional trails.
Timber Ridge
~16 min drive
A 3-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that connects to the Fayetteville area trail system, ideal for hikers of varying experience levels.
Buckeye
~16 min drive
Quick out-and-back woodland walk in Buckeye, North Carolina.
Lost Cove Loop
~15 min drive
A moderate 16.49-mile loop trail in Tennessee for hikers ready to tackle a full day of hiking.
Persimmon Ridge
~20 min drive
A 4.28-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee perfect for a half-day hike.
North Harper Shortcut
~18 min drive
An easy 2.19-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that connects to the Mountains to Sea Trail system and nearby routes.
Darkside Cliffs
~18 min drive
Brief out-and-back hike to dramatic cliff overlooks in North Carolina.