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59 via Deep Creek Trail

based on 16 tracks & routes #197 hike out of 614 in
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13.9 mi
Distance
7 hrs 47 min
Time
terrain
2,910 ft
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Overview

This is a difficult one way trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

This trail goes by 53, 54, 55, 56, 57, 58, 59, 60, Indian Creek Falls, Toms Branch Falls, and Tom Branch Falls.

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    4 years, 7 months ago
    Great hike, but long. Mostly downhill, streams were low, lots of spots to stop and rest. Mikes 6-7 kind of rocky, and could be tricky in high water.
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