Fox Den Loop Trail

2.25-mile moderate loop in Lake James State Park.

Rating

Length

2.25 mi

Difficulty

County

Burke

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Estimated total time: Varies

2.2-mile round-trip moderate climb to a recognized peak with stunning cliffs.

Steep 1.5-mile round-trip to jagged summit with gorge views.

4.8-mile moderate loop in Julian Price Memorial Park near Blowing Rock.

A 2.25-mile moderate loop in Lake James State Park suitable for a shorter but varied hike.

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Coordinates: 35.7503, -81.892

Start from Lake James State Park trailheads in the Paddy's Creek or Catawba area. Park GPS: 35.7503, -81.8920.

2.2-mile round-trip moderate climb to a recognized peak with stunning cliffs.

Steep 1.5-mile round-trip to jagged summit with gorge views.

4.8-mile moderate loop in Julian Price Memorial Park near Blowing Rock.

Moderate hike from Mt. Mitchell to Mt. Craig, the second-highest peak in the East.

6.5-mile strenuous round-trip to Calloway Peak on Grandfather Mountain.

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