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Hike Trail

Boardman Driveway

5.0 (1 Rating)
Climb and descend into the high peaks of the Smokys.
6.4
mi
Distance
2,510
ft
Gain
extreme
Difficulty
BirdingFall ColorsRiver/CreekViewsWildflowersWildlife
Access Issues
The pass is snowbound until July and trees are usually cut out by mid-July.

Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
6.4mi
Distance
2,510ft
Elevation Gain
1,866ft
Elevation Loss
35%
Max Grade
8,774ft
High Point
6,651ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
From its beginnings at a junction with South Fork Lime Creek, this trail climbs gently for a little while and pops you into some challenging terrain. This trail goes over Boardman Pass and does not really make it easy. It is recommended to hit this trail early in the season since it will be less loose and easier to ascend. You basically climb over a small pass before the big pass. If you can work out a larger loop and use Boardman Creek to access the trail and climb in the reverse direction, then this can be a good way to approach the trail. The only problem with this route is the large commitment.

Route Conditions

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Contributors
Chris Cook