Near Faith Rock Trail
Walking bridge across Deep River
Near Faith Rock Trail
Faith Rock

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Faith Rock Trail

3.5 (2 Ratings)
A short trail that visits the historical Faith Rock.
0.6
mi
Distance
119
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
BirdingFishingHistoricalRiver/Creek

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
0.56mi
Distance
119ft
Elevation Gain
121ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
543ft
High Point
453ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
During the Revolutionary War, Andrew Hunter was captured Tory guerrilla leader David Fanning. To escape, Hunter stole Fanning's horse and rode down the precipitous Faith Rock to freedom. This short trail crosses a bridge over the Deep River. It then loops around to the top of Faith Rock.

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Contributors
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