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📦Compression Sacks - Reduce backpack volume efficiently

🧥Breathable Waterproof Jackets - Essential rain protection for the unpredictable British climate

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Bass Lake Loop in Blue Ridge Parkway

Distance: 4.1 mi
Elevation gain: 168 m
Maximum elevation: 1,208 m
Elevation loss: 157 m
Minimum elevation: 1,084 m

Moving time: 47 m 52 s
Moving speed: 5.2 mph
Maximum speed: 7.2 mph
Total time: 47 m 52 s
Global speed: 5.2 mph

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🛑Emergency Bivvy Bags - Heat-reflective survival bags for unexpected nights out

🧢Thermal Beanie Hats - Prevent heat loss from the head in windy summit conditions

🎒Hiking Daypacks - Compact backpacks ideal for short hikes and excursions

📚UK Hiking Guidebooks - Detailed route descriptions for the Lake District, Peaks, and Highlands

🪢Paracord - Multi-purpose cord for camping and survival

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Trail profile

Distance: 4.1 mi
Elevation gain: 168 m
Maximum elevation: 1,208 m
Elevation loss: 157 m
Minimum elevation: 1,084 m

Moving time: 47 m 52 s
Moving speed: 5.2 mph
Maximum speed: 7.2 mph
Total time: 47 m 52 s
Global speed: 5.2 mph

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🔦Waterproof LED Headlamps - Hands-free lighting for evening treks and emergency navigation

🥤Hiking Water Bottles - Reusable bottles for hydration on the trail

🧦Merino Wool Hiking Socks - Moisture-wicking socks to prevent blisters during long mountain walks

👟Waterproof Leg Gaiters - Keep mud and water out of your boots in boggy terrain

🔋Solar Power Banks - Keep your GPS and phone charged during multi-day expeditions

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About this trail

Name: Bass Lake Loop in Blue Ridge Parkway trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Bass Lake Road, Blowing Rock, Watauga County, North Carolina, 28605, United States (36.14058 -81.68639)

End: Bass Lake Parking Area, Blowing Rock, Watauga County, North Carolina, 28605, United States (36.13986 -81.68644)

Coordinates: 36.13919 -81.69563 36.15203 -81.68220

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🎒Hiking Daypacks (20L) - Compact backpacks for day trips and technical mountain ascents

🧭GPS Trackers - Tracking devices for safety and navigation

🔋Power Banks - Portable chargers for long outdoor trips

🧺Ultralight Dry Bags - Organize and waterproof your gear inside your rucksack

🎒Hiking Backpacks - Comfortable backpacks for day hikes and multi-day treks

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United States > North Carolina > Watauga County

Distance: 3.9 mi • Elevation gain: 175 m • Maximum elevation: 1,377 m