
Scenic AVL #7: Scott Mountain
Moderate 5-mile trail hike in Pisgah Forest with about 800 feet of elevation gain at a steady pace of 3. Meet at Lake Hills Church to condense cars before heading to the Scott Mountain trailhead.
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