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Black Balsam Knob Loop via Mountains-to-Sea Trail

based on 16 tracks & routes #23 hike out of 231 in
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18.5 mi
Distance
9 hrs 25 min
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terrain
2,799 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate loop trail to Black Balsam Knob in Pisgah National Forest.

This trail goes by Flower Knob, Grassy Cove Top, Tennent Mountain, Black blsm jct, and Skinny Dip Falls.

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