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Distance
13.97 miles
Elevation Gain
4446 ft
Route Type
Out-and-Back
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Celo Knob Via Black Mountain Crest and Colbert Ridge Trails is an out-and-back trail that takes you past scenic surroundings located near Burnsville, North Carolina.
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