Bear Pen Gap Trail is a pleasant trail of 3 miles that leads you to Albert Mountain summit by way of lush green forest, with wildflowers and wildlife all around the trail. This is not the most popular access to Albert Mountain, which makes it more remote. It is possible to make a loop with Appalachian Trail and Hurricane Trail.

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Bear Pen Trail & Hurricane Trail Loop to Albert Mountain

13.8km

04:30

630m

Hike the challenging 8.6-mile Bear Pen Trail & Hurricane Trail Loop to Albert Mountain for panoramic views in Nantahala National Forest.

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Little Ridgepole Mountain – Big Butt loop from Bear Knob

27.9km

08:15

820m

Hard hike. Very good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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Distance 346 m

Uphill 30 m

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Location: Macon County, North Carolina, United States

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Bear Pen Gap Trail

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Bear Pen Trail & Hurricane Trail Loop to Albert Mountain

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