The best hiking trails in Jackson County
North Carolina · 83 Hiking Trails
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What to expect
Check out some of the best hiking, walking and backpacking routes in Jackson County, North Carolina. The Green Valley via Panthertown Valley Trail is the most popular trail. There are trails of various difficulty levels including easy and medium. The trail with the highest elevation climb is the Richland Balsam Nature Loop Trail and the trail with the least amount of climbing is the Jackson County Greenway from Old Cullowhee Road. The longest trail is the Wayehutta Out and Back at 21.5 km. For a shorter adventure you can try the Silver Run Creek at 366 m. Get off line access to Shelter, Water, Viewpoint, and Peak locations and much more with a Hiiker subscription.
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