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Sheltowee Trace NRT: Section 33

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  3. …Southeastern Kentucky
  4. Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area
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“Sheltowee Section 33 along the Big South Fork of the Cumberland River. ”

Brian Carpenter
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8.2

Miles

13.2

KM

97%

Runnable

911' 278 m

High

802' 245 m

Low

600' 183 m

Up

623' 190 m

Down

3%

Avg Grade (2°)

17%

Max Grade (10°)

Dogs Unknown

Features Commonly Backpacked · Fall Colors · River/Creek · Spring · Views

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This section can be accessed from the Yamacraw parking area. Runners will enjoy great views of the Big South Fork of the Cumberland River with access to Yahoo Falls.

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Land Manager: NPS - Big South Fork Nat. River and Rec. Area Office

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Runners navigate a bridge crossing at the intersection of Lick Creek Trail and the Sheltowee Trace.
Feb 21, 2017 near Whitley…, KY
Enjoy fantastic scenery along the trail.
Feb 21, 2017 near Whitley…, KY
The South Fork of the Cumberland River meanders peacefully alongside the trail.
Feb 21, 2017 near Whitley…, KY
Sheltowee Trace follows Big South Fork River for several miles.
Apr 21, 2018 near Whitley…, KY
Stairs head down to Yahoo Falls and the Sheltowee Trace.
Mar 12, 2017 near Whitley…, KY
Iron stairs lead to the Sheltowee Trace along the Big South Fork from the Yahoo Falls Overlook Trail.
Mar 12, 2017 near Whitley…, KY

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