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Tennessee
7.5 mi
Distance
2,206 ft
Gain
3h 16m
Time
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What we do know
Inside National Forests in North Carolina
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Why you'll love it
Kimsey Creek
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Kimsey Creek offers an accessible 7.48-mile out-and-back adventure in Tennessee, making it an ideal choice for hikers seeking an easy day hike. This trail connects to the broader Nantahala rim and Albert Mountain system, providing opportunities to explore a network of scenic routes in the region.
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Long Branch
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Little Indian
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2.58-mile out-and-back trail in North Carolina with 1106 ft elevation gain.
Park Creek
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~3 min drive
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Waslick Poplar
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Hurricane Creek Loop
~3 min drive
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Thomas Branch
~4 min drive
3.45-mile out-and-back trail in North Carolina with 607 ft elevation gain; moderate difficulty.
Camp Shortcut
~3 min drive
Easy 1.06-mile out-and-back trail in North Carolina with 179 ft elevation gain.
Big Indian Loop
~5 min drive
A strenuous 10.41-mile out-and-back singletrack trail in Tennessee for experienced hikers seeking a technical challenge.