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This short trail traverses dense hardwoods to reach the Mile High Swinging Bridge.


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0.4

Miles

0.6

KM

Point to Point

5,263' 1,604 m

High

5,040' 1,536 m

Low

223' 68 m

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12%

Avg Grade (7°)

19%

Max Grade (11°)

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Family Friendly Kids can easily handle this trail's short length and moderate grades.

Description

While not particularly memorable, this trail tackles moderately graded switchbacks on its way to the Mile High Swinging Bridge. Along the way, use the trail to build your excitement for the views to come when you hike across this locally famous suspension bridge.

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Shared By:

David McCormick

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  3.7 from 6 votes

#23157

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  3.7 from 6 votes
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Trail Rankings

#901

in North Carolina

#23,157

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Photos

This is MacRae Peak which stands at 5844 feet. in North Carolina. The bridge is exactly one mile above sea level.
Aug 15, 2016 near Linville, NC
Gazing across the ravine and the Mile High Swinging Bridge at Grandfather Mountain.
Aug 1, 2017 near Linville, NC

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