Highlight • Lake
Shortoff Mountain Pond
Hiking
5.0
(1)
This Highlight is in a protected area
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Linville Gorge Wilderness
Tips
Andrus
June 17, 2025
Hiking
This small pond is a nice little rest spot near the summit of Shortoff Mountain. At the right time of year you'll hear a chorus of frogs croaking away.
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Best routes near Shortoff Mountain Pond
5.0
(1)
8
hikers
11.4km
04:27
260m
740m
Hike the 7.1-mile Shortoff Mountain Trail for moderate difficulty, panoramic views of Linville Gorge, and Lake James.
Moderate
4
hikers
33.2km
13:18
1,400m
1,170m
Hike the Linville Gorge ITAYG Loop, a difficult 20.6-mile trail with 4591 feet of elevation gain through the Linville Gorge Wilderness.
Hard
5.0
(4)
62
hikers
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02:51
360m
360m
Hike the Shortoff Mountain Trail for moderate difficulty, panoramic views of Linville Gorge, and a unique summit pond.
Moderate
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Elevation 870 m
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