Cliffside Lake via FS 57

based on 5 tracks & routes #126 hike out of 153 in
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1.6 mi
Distance
52 min
Time
terrain
200 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate one way trail to Cliffside Lake in Nantahala National Forest (Nantahala Ranger District).

This trail goes by Van Hook Glade Campground and Cliffside Dam.

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