Near Pinhoti Trail: Section 31
Summer Flowers on FS 64 at the Mountaintown Creek Trailhead.
Near Pinhoti Trail: Section 31
Great camping spot by the creek with fire ring.
Near Pinhoti Trail: Section 31
Near Pinhoti Trail: Section 31

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Pinhoti Trail: Section 31

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This is the last section of the Pinhoti Trail, and it runs from Buddy Cove Cove Gap to the northern terminus.
2.9
mi
Distance
318
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
Commonly BackpackedRiver/CreekWildlife

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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.86mi
Distance
318ft
Elevation Gain
976ft
Elevation Loss
30%
Max Grade
3,165ft
High Point
2,477ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This section starts at Buddy Cove Gap and winds its way up to the South Fork Trail. At South Fork Trail, the Pinhoti Trail turns right and travels for a short distance. This section of the trail continues until it reaches the Benton McKaye Trail.

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