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Grotto Trail

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  2. NC
  3. …West and Mountains
  4. High Hampton
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“Beautiful trail surrounded by large boulders that have fallen from the face over time. ”

Owen Schultz
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0.6

Miles

1.0

KM

77%

Runnable

3,727' 1,136 m

High

3,475' 1,059 m

Low

286' 87 m

Up

34' 10 m

Down

10%

Avg Grade (6°)

22%

Max Grade (12°)

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This trail is located on private property. For access, one needs to be a member of High Hampton Club, a guest of a member, or a guest at the historic High Hampton Inn which is located on the property.

Description

Just below the face of Rock Mountain, giant boulders stand sentry along either side of the Grotto Trail as it winds its way up to The Saddle through stands of flame azaleas that bloom in early spring.

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Land Manager: Highlands-Cashiers Land Trust (HCLT)

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Owen Schultz
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in High Hampton

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#20

in High Hampton

#214

in North Carolina

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Silhouette Rock on the Grotto Trail. Be there at the right time in the afternoon.
Feb 17, 2023 near Cullowhee, NC
Golf cart parking area for Grotto Trail.
Feb 28, 2023 near Cullowhee, NC
Boulders on part of the Grotto Trail.
Feb 28, 2023 near Cullowhee, NC
Footbridge at beginning of Grotto Trail.
Feb 28, 2023 near Cullowhee, NC

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