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Laurel Gap Shelter via Beech Gap Trail and Balsam Mountain Trail

based on 12 tracks & routes #152 hike out of 614 in
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4.3 mi
Distance
1 hrs 50 min
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terrain
2,533 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate one way trail to Laurel Gap Shelter in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

This trail goes by Beech Gap, Balsam High Top, and Laurel Gap.

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