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Wildcat Lake and Hemlock Hill Loop

United States > North Carolina > Avery County > Banner Elk

Loop hike from Banner Elk to Wildcat Lake via Lees-McRae College, Mill Pond and Hemlock Hill. #Hiking #Loop #Nature #Forest #Lake

Distance: 4.7 mi • Elevation gain: 209 m • Maximum elevation: 1,180 m

Gear up for your next adventure:

🧦Hiking Socks - Breathable socks designed to prevent blisters on long walks
🥼Base Layers - Thermal base layers for temperature regulation
🥾Trekking Poles - Poles to improve stability on uneven terrain
🕶️Polarized Sunglasses - Reduces glare from snow and water when reading terrain
🦟Anti-Midge & Tick Repellent - Vital for hiking in the Scottish Highlands during summer

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