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Richland Balsam Nature Trail

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  2. NC
  3. …West and Mountains
  4. Pisgah National Forest
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“Short loop trail to the top of Richland Balsam. No views from the top, but there is a large rock with the USGS survey. ”

Tori Adler
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1.4

Miles

2.2

KM

Lollipop

6,385' 1,946 m

High

6,024' 1,836 m

Low

365' 111 m

Up

364' 111 m

Down

10%

Avg Grade (6°)

28%

Max Grade (16°)

Dogs Leashed

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Geological Significance · Wildlife

Need to Know

SEASONAL ROAD CLOSURE: Weather conditions, maintenance projects or emergency events may cause temporary road closures along the parkway. Make sure to check the road and facility closures before heading out. For more information, please visit: nps.gov/blri/planyourvisit/…

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Land Manager: Blue Ridge Parkway

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#11

in Pisgah National Forest

#202

in North Carolina

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