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Tennessee
28.4 mi
Distance
2,460 ft
Gain
10h 13m
Time
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What we do know
Inside National Forests in North Carolina
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No access route mapped
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Why you'll love it
South Mills River
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The South Mills River trail in Tennessee offers hikers a substantial 28.45-mile out-and-back journey that can be combined with the Buckhorn Gap and Squirrel Gap trails for expanded exploration. This route provides access to a connected trail system, allowing adventurers to customize their experience based on fitness level and time available. Whether tackling the full distance or exploring shorter segments, hikers can experience the interconnected network of trails in this Tennessee region.
Mullinax
~1 min drive
An easy 2.82-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee following an old eroded roadbed, connecting to the South Mills River Trail and Buckhorn Gap system.
Riverside
~2 min drive
A 6.90-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee for hikers seeking a straightforward backcountry experience.
Laurel Creek
~3 min drive
A 3.39-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee along Laurel Creek.
Poundingmill
~2 min drive
A 2.86-mile moderate out-and-back trail in Tennessee with moderately rough terrain, connecting to South Mills River Trail and Squirrel Gap Trail.
Bradley Creek
~5 min drive
A demanding 10.17-mile out-and-back trek through rocky terrain in Tennessee, connected to the Pea Gap and Pea Branch Creek system.
Squirrel Gap
~7 min drive
A moderate 4.67-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that connects to a network of scenic routes including Bradley Creek Trail and multiple gap crossings.
Wagon Road Gap
~3 min drive
A challenging 1.33-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee with moderately rough terrain, connecting to Turkey Pen Gap Trail and South Mills River Trail.
Slate Rock
~6 min drive
A moderate 8.80-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee ideal for hikers seeking a balanced day adventure.
Pilot Cove
~8 min drive
A 4.18-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that connects to the Pilot Cove-Slate Rock Trail and Pilot Cove Loop system.
Cantrell Creek
~4 min drive
A 1.98-mile out-and-back singletrack in Tennessee that connects to multiple regional trails including South Mills River and Squirrel Gap.
