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Wildcat Lake and Hemlock Hill Loop

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
  • Elevation loss: 212 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,108 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 47 m
  • Moving speed: 2.6 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.1 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 9 m
  • Global speed: 2.2 mph

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Trail profile

  • Distance: 4.7 mi
  • Elevation gain: 209 m
  • Maximum elevation: 1,180 m
  • Elevation loss: 212 m
  • Minimum elevation: 1,108 m
  • Moving time: 1 h 47 m
  • Moving speed: 2.6 mph
  • Maximum speed: 4.1 mph
  • Total time: 2 h 9 m
  • Global speed: 2.2 mph

About this trail

Gear up for your next adventure:

🧣Neck Gaiters - Protects against wind and sun on exposed ridges and peaks
🧢Hiking Hats - Sun and weather protection for outdoor walks
Lightweight Solo Tents - Backpacking tents designed for wild camping in the UK highlands
🛰️Satellite Messengers - Emergency communication devices for areas without mobile signal
🗺️Scratch-off Peak Maps - Track your progress climbing Munros or Wainwrights

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