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Winding Stair Gap via Appalachian Trail

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24.1 mi
Distance
12 hrs 31 min
Time
terrain
1,745 ft
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Overview

This is a moderate one way trail to Winding Stair Gap in Nantahala National Forest (Nantahala Ranger District).

This trail goes by Standing Indian, Beech Gap, Coleman Gap, Little Ridgepole Mountain, Albert Mountain, Big Spring, Pinnacle Mountain, Glassmine Gap, Rock Gap, and Rocky Cove Knob.

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Public Tracks

There are no published trips for this hike. There are 4 private trips.

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