Near Cove Loop
Water flowing out of the mouth of the cave.

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Cove Loop

3.0 (1 Rating)
2.4
mi
Distance
394
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
2.4mi
Distance
394ft
Elevation Gain
593ft
Elevation Loss
20%
Max Grade
1,515ft
High Point
981ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This trail (blue blazes) starts from the Lower Cove Trailhead, off Dougherty Gap Road. The trail climbs eastward, towards Rocky Lane, then turns left. The trail travels along the eaves of the ridge up to the Cove Connector (on the right). The trail continues straight and descends down towards dove field. The trail exits the woods, near a small pond, and ends around Hogjowl Creek.

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Contributors
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