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Rich Knob Loop via Appalachian Trail

based on 15 tracks & routes #231 hike out of 616 in
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12.3 mi
Distance
5 hrs 55 min
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terrain
2,313 ft
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Overview

This is a difficult loop trail to Tanyard Gap in Pisgah National Forest.

This trail goes by Lover's Leap, Lovers Leap, Pump Gap, Rich Knob, and Rich Mountain.

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