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  • October 24, 2006 at 7:10 am #10677
    Guests
    Guest

    Hello, what in your opinion would be the most scenic and diverse 20-25 mile section of the Bartram Trail. Thank you.

    August 29, 2007 at 5:43 pm #11276
    Lenny
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    I have hiked the NC Bartram from Wayah Bald to Cheoah Bald in 2005 and I thought the section from Winding Stair Gap to Cheoah Bald was really great with lots of, streams, waterfalls, and cascades along the way. Cheoah Bald provides a superb panoramic view. It was a bit steep though!

    August 31, 2007 at 7:53 am #11277
    TreeFrog
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    I agree. You should also check the section that takes you over Rabun Bald in Georgia. Views are outstanding in all directions.

    September 3, 2007 at 11:51 am #11278
    Stagefright
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    Both Cheoah and Rabun Bald are solid, but I’d do Cheoah first – it’s more challenging, but the mountains are higher and more dramatic.

    September 21, 2007 at 4:42 am #11279
    Guests
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    Cheoah Bald is pretty awesome. I’d hike the section through the Nantahala National Forest and finish here.

    June 6, 2008 at 7:12 pm #11280
    BirdShooter
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    Cheoah has 180 degree views, Rabun has 360 degree views (from a fire tower). If you are judging a hike by the views – pick Rabun. If you are making the call based on trail traffic – pick Cheoah. You have to really work to get to the summit – especially if you start from the NOC in Wesser, NC.

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