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Hickory Knob Loop via Maxwell Cove

based on 5 tracks & routes #198 hike out of 616 in
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9.0 mi
Distance
4 hrs 39 min
Time
terrain
1,371 ft
Elev Gain

Overview

This is a difficult loop trail in Pisgah National Forest.

This trail goes by Hickory Knob, Black Mountain Trailhead Parking, and Art Loeb Trailhead Parking.

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