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Beech Gap via Palmer Creek Trail and Balsam Mountain Trail

based on 6 tracks & routes #115 hike out of 614 in
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15.3 mi
Distance
7 hrs 55 min
Time
terrain
2,421 ft
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This is a difficult out and back trail to Beech Gap in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

This trail goes by Pin Oak Gap, Ledge Bald, and Cataloochee Horse Camp.

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