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A popular loop that is flat, scenic, and smooth.


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Map Key

1.0

Miles

1.6

KM

Loop

3,575' 1,090 m

High

3,568' 1,087 m

Low

12' 4 m

Up

12' 4 m

Down

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Avg Grade (0°)

1%

Max Grade (1°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Lake · Views · Wildflowers

Description

This loop trail is within hiking distance from downtown Blowing Rock and has good views of the lake and the manor house high up above on the mountain. The loop is pancake flat and smooth, making it great for an easy hike or just a connection to the other trails the serpentine through Moses Cone Park.

Contacts

Land Manager: Blue Ridge Parkway

Shared By:

Brandon Thrower

Trail Ratings

  4.1 from 9 votes

#9938

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  4.1 from 9 votes
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Trail Rankings

#361

in North Carolina

#9,938

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1,638 Since Jun 21, 2017
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Photos

Scenic view from trail.
Oct 10, 2023 near Blowing…, NC
Start of the trail near parking lot.
Oct 10, 2023 near Blowing…, NC

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