Chunky Gal Trail from Deep Gap to Tusquittee Bald - Member Hike

Hike Name:	Chunky Gal Trail from Deep Gap to Tusquittee Bald
Country:	United States
State:	North Carolina
Nearby Town:	Franklin
Rating:
Directions:	Deep Gap at the end of FS 71 off hwy 64 west of Franklin NC
Total Hike Distance:	46.00 miles
Hike Difficulty:	Very Difficult
Permit Required:	No
Hike Type:	In & Out, Backtrack Hike
Hike Starts/Ends:	Deep Gap - Nantahala NF
Trails Used:	Chunky Gal Trail, AT
Backcountry Campsites:	Yes
Backcountry Water Sources:	Streams
Management:	U.S. Forest Service
Contact Information:	Nantahala NF
Best Season:
Users:	Hikers
Road Conditions:	Maintained Gravel or Dirt Roads, Unmaintained Gravel or Dirt Roads
Hike Summary:	I did this hike toward end of June 2004. It ranks as my most difficult hike because it poured rain seemingly every day, I was not properly equipped for heavy rain and trails overgrown with briars. So I learned a thing or two, (including about hypothermia) and packing a little lighter. I came back and did this trail in 06 and had a great experience.

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