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Chestnut Knob, Sawtooth, Horseridge, Possum and Shinny Trail Loop route map
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North Carolina

Chestnut Knob, Sawtooth, Horseridge, Possum and Shinny Trail Loop

Connelly Springs, North Carolina

7.9 mi

Distance

2,418 ft

Elev. Gain

Loop

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description
The trail leads to a view of High Shoals Falls and Hugo Rock. It continues up to Chestnut Overlook Knob, which has a beautiful view of the Jacob Fork Gorge. The Possum and Shinny trails lead to High Shoals Falls. This is one of the most popular trail loops.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:421 ft
Max:701 ft
737 ft
737 ft
421 ft514 ft608 ft701 ft0.0 mi2.0 mi4.0 mi6.0 mi7.9 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Loop
Surface
Dirt

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