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Shining Rock via Art Loeb Trail

based on 37 tracks & routes #13 hike out of 34 in
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4.7 mi
Distance
2 hrs 26 min
Time
terrain
502 ft
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Overview

This is a easy one way trail to Shining Rock in Shining Rock Wilderness.

This trail goes by Black Balsam Knob, Tennent Mountain, Grassy Cove Top, and Flower Knob.

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