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OSM map layer · LineString
35.85, -81.89 · rel 5607964
35.85, -81.89 · rel 5607964
Shortoff
11,3 km from start to finish through alpine terrain and lakes.
North Carolina · 35.85°N ·
81.89°W
11,3km
Distance
demanding
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
linear
Shape
18
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1
Viewpoints
01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Alpine Terrain
Lakes
Mountains
Summit
1× viewpoint
Remote
Uncrowded
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02 · 5 points along the route
What will you encounter?
1× viewpoint
2× summit
2× Water
Devil's Cellar Overlook
viewpoint ·
487 m off route
0,0 km
0%
The Chimneys
summit ·
46 m off route
1,5 km
13%
Shortoff Mountain
summit ·
157 m off route
8,8 km
78%
Water Tree (Blackgum Springs)
Water ·
151 m off route
9,3 km
82%
Gully Pipe
Water ·
on the route
10,5 km
93%
03 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
04 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Shortoff is 11.3 km long.
At an average walking pace, Shortoff takes approximately 2h 49min to complete.
No, Shortoff is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
Shortoff starts near coordinates 35.8862, -81.8847.
Shortoff is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.