Knoxville, TN: Citico Creek Wilderness Loop
Plunge deep into quiet Appalachian hollows and traverse narrow ridgelines with views across row upon row of forested peaks.
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Wilderness solitude requires some sweat equity on this two-night loop that packs 13,223 feet of elevation change into 21.3 miles. But the effort is well-rewarded with sweeping vistas, narrow ridgelines, hidden forest valleys, refreshing waterfalls—and very little company.
Gear up Little River Trading Company, 2408 E. Lamar Alexander Pkwy., Maryville, TN; (865) 681-4141; littlerivertradingco.com
Contacts (423) 253-8400; fs.fed.us/r8/cherokee
BACKPACKER PRO Map Citico Wilderness ($20, backpacker.com/promaps/citico)
-Mapped by Peter Rives
Trail Facts
- Distance: 34.2
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