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Tennessee
1.7 mi
Distance
323 ft
Gain
35 min
Time
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What we do know
Inside Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area
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Boundary data
What's missing
No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
Devil's Backbone
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Devil's Backbone is a short out-and-back trail in Tennessee offering dramatic ridge-line hiking with striking geological formations. This 1.72-mile route features the distinctive rocky spine that gives the trail its name, providing excellent views and an engaging scramble over exposed terrain. The compact distance makes it perfect for hikers seeking adventure without committing to a full day on the trail.
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