
Scenic AVL #2 - Warren Wilson Redux
A mostly flat but long 7.5-mile trail hike (400 ft gain) that loops past the Warren Wilson farm and along the river trail, with short rolling ups and downs. Expect a moderate 3.2 mph pace, leashed dogs on preserve sections, and occasional bear sightings.
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