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Tennessee
17.0 mi
Distance
4,543 ft
Gain
6h 47m
Time
An agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is good
2 factors · 2 sources
Newest 13 h ago · oldest 3 d
problem: Agency alerts
43 active alerts in National Forests in North Carolina; most severe: Closure: Bradley Creek Trail (TR351) and a section of Yellow Gap Road ( FS Road 1206)
USFS3 d ago
clear: Weather
Clouds, high 79°F / low 61°F, 23% precip — 88/100 for hike
OpenWeather13 h ago
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London Bald
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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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