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Rich Mountain Loop

based on 4 tracks & routes #324 hike out of 616 in
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12.1 mi
Distance
6 hrs 3 min
Time
terrain
1,762 ft
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Overview

This is a difficult loop trail to Rich Mountain in Pisgah National Forest.

This trail goes by Avery Creek Falls, Coontree Mountain, and Coontree Picnic Area.

Public Tracks

There are no published trips for this hike. There are 4 private trips.

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