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Clay County North Carolina Hiking Trails
Leatherwood Loop Trail
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| Located within
Nantahala National Forest, the 3.5 mile Leatherwood Loop Trail begins at
the Fire's Creek Picnic Area and travels up the ridge to the top of the
falls where it connects with
Fires Creek Rim Trail. A moderately difficult trail, Leatherwood Loop
Trail travels back down the ridge and exits the woods along the road at the
parking area.
Personal note: I have hiked this trail many times. Although a few spots
may be slick after a rain and several roots are exposed, my 2 year old had
very little problem with the hike.
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| To reach Fire's Creek Rim Trail
from Hayesville North Carolina, on US 64W, take NC 1301 northeast 3 miles to
NC 1300. Travel west along NC1300 to FR 1344 (at the sign for Fire's Creek).
Travel north 1.6 miles to Fire's Creek parking area. |
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