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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:

🧼Camping Hygiene Kits - Compact hygiene essentials for outdoor stays
🧵Survival Paracord - Multi-purpose cordage for emergency repairs and shelters
🧣Fleece Neck Warmers - Extra insulation for winter topographic surveys
🔦Head Torches - Hands-free lighting for hiking and camping
❄️Walking Crampons - Added traction for icy slopes and winter peak bagging

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