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Shortoff Mountain Pond

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Shortoff Mountain Pond

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Linville Gorge Wilderness

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  • Location: Burke County, North Carolina, United States

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    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.

    March 1, 2025

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    a small shallow "lake" invites you to linger
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    Elevation 870 m

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    Location: Burke County, North Carolina, United States

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