The Crested Iris Trail is an unofficial trail in the Shope Creek area. This is a beautiful, easy to follow single-track path that winds its way from the northern part of Shope creek back to FS 220. There are various spur trails off of this main trail, but it is easy to stay on the main path.

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1. Shope Creek Road & Piney Mountain Loop — Pisgah National Forest

9.43km

03:11

490m

Moderate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 442 m

Downhill 80 m

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Location: Buncombe County, North Carolina, United States

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Unofficial Crested Iris Trail

1. Shope Creek Road & Piney Mountain Loop — Pisgah National Forest

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