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Old Fort Picnic Area via Royal Gorge Road

based on 5 tracks & routes #404 hike out of 616 in
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4.6 mi
Distance
2 hrs 16 min
Time
terrain
1,512 ft
Elev Gain

Overview

This is a moderate one way trail to Old Fort Picnic Area in Pisgah National Forest.

This trail goes by Kitsuma Peak.

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BraveBay5185 5 months, 1 week ago
Kitsuma Peak Ride
https://connect.garmin.com/modern/activity/19533485850
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SnugKnoll5517 9 months, 3 weeks ago
Kitsuma
W Sherry and Patty. Included blowdowns from ice storm.
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Steven Jones 7 months, 2 weeks ago

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