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Sewanee Perimeter Trail
ExpertLoop

Sewanee Perimeter Trail

Sewanee, Tennessee

18.0 mi

Distance

2,884 ft

Elev. Gain

Loop

Route Type

Expert

Difficulty

About This Trail

The Sewanee Perimeter Trail is an 18-mile loop located near Sewanee, Tennessee. This trail offers a challenging experience with a notable elevation gain of 2884 feet, making it suitable for expert hikers. The trail traverses varied elevations, from a minimum of 486 meters to a maximum of 602 meters, providing expansive views and a remarkable sense of isolation. The dirt surface can be uneven, especially considering the substantial elevation changes, which demand good physical fitness and preparation.

From Wikipedia

The Sewanee Perimeter Trail is a private mixed-use mountain top trail of 20 miles (32 km) owned and maintained by the University of the South in Sewanee, TN.

Source: Wikipedia — text licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Verify trail conditions and seasonal closures with the managing agency before you go.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gainrugged terrain

Elevation Profile

Min:486 ft
Max:602 ft
879 ft
879 ft
486 ft525 ft563 ft602 ft0.0 mi4.5 mi9.0 mi13.5 mi18.0 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Loop
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

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Best Seasons

Highlights

loop trailelevation viewsforest setting

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