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Big Lost Cove Cliffs Trail

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  1. Areas
  2. NC
  3. …West and Mountains
  4. …Pisgah National Forest
  5. Wilson Creek
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Length


1.7 Miles 2.8 Kilometers


311' 95 m

Ascent

-361' -110 m

Descent

7%

Avg Grade (4°)

24%

Max Grade (14°)

3,752' 1,144 m

High

3,420' 1,042 m

Low

Shared By Brandon Thrower

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“A mild backcountry trail that leads to some epic views of Grandfather Mountain and massive cliffs.”

— Brandon Thrower
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Dogs Unknown

Features Fall Colors · Views · Wildflowers

Family Friendly Though the terrain can be technical for younger family members, those with older kids will enjoy the great views and sense of accomplishment.

Description

This trail starts near the top of Pineola Road and is a short trip, but the views from the cliffs are totally worth it. The trail is mildly technical and has a bit of elevation change, but nothing too crazy.

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Land Manager: USFS - Pisgah National Forest Grandfather Ranger District

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Aug 5, 2018
Bill Lee
1.7mi
Aug 4, 2018
Alexander Albert
This is 1.7 miles each way, has pretty cool views at the very end of the trail 3.4mi
May 24, 2018
Paige Spell
Mar 11, 2017
Chuck Watson
Jan 16, 2017
Jamie Johnson
Fogged over but beautiful 3.6mi
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  5.0 from 1 vote

#2

in Wilson Creek

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in Wilson Creek

#42

in North Carolina

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