Bent Creek Gap

based on 14 tracks & routes #202 hike out of 231 in
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4.5 mi
Distance
2 hrs 21 min
Time
terrain
1,063 ft
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This is a easy one way trail to Bent Creek Gap in Pisgah National Forest.

This trail goes by Lake Powhatan Campground.

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