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Grassy Cove Top Loop via Big East Fork Trail

based on 21 tracks & routes #26 hike out of 231 in
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11.7 mi
Distance
5 hrs 35 min
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terrain
2,608 ft
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Overview

This is a difficult loop trail to Grassy Cove Top in Shining Rock Wilderness.

This trail goes by Flower Knob, Shining Rock, Dog Loser Knob, Old Butt Knob, and Big East Fork Trailhead.

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