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Bass Lake Loop in Blue Ridge Parkway

Distance: 4.1 mi
Elevation gain: 551 ft
Maximum elevation: 3,963 ft
Elevation loss: 515 ft
Minimum elevation: 3,556 ft

Moving time: 47 m 52 s
Moving speed: 5.2 mph
Maximum speed: 7.2 mph
Total time: 47 m 52 s
Global speed: 5.2 mph

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🧣Merino Neck Gaiters - Multi-functional headwear for wind and sun protection

📚Navigation Handbooks - Master the art of reading topographic maps and using a compass

🧷Carabiner Set - Durable clips for gear attachment

🪶Multi‑Purpose Knife - Useful blade for camp and trail

😴Insulated Sleeping Pads - Compact and warm pads for high-elevation camping

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Trail profile

Distance: 4.1 mi
Elevation gain: 551 ft
Maximum elevation: 3,963 ft
Elevation loss: 515 ft
Minimum elevation: 3,556 ft

Moving time: 47 m 52 s
Moving speed: 5.2 mph
Maximum speed: 7.2 mph
Total time: 47 m 52 s
Global speed: 5.2 mph

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🪄Magnetic Compass - Accurate compass for navigation

🍳Camping Cook Set - Complete cookware for outdoor meals

🔭Telescopic Hiking Pole - Adjustable pole for hiking stability

🔭Compact Binoculars - HD vision for scouting terrain and identifying distant landmarks

🔦Powerful Headlamps - Ultra-bright hands-free lighting for night navigation

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About this trail

Name: Bass Lake Loop in Blue Ridge Parkway trail, distance, elevation, map, profile, GPS track

Start: Bass Lake Road, Blowing Rock, Watauga County, North Carolina, 28605, United States (36.14058 -81.68639)

End: Bass Lake Parking Area, Blowing Rock, Watauga County, North Carolina, 28605, United States (36.13986 -81.68644)

Coordinates: 36.13919 -81.69563 36.15203 -81.68220

Topography: Watauga County topographic map, elevation, terrain

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🌧️Backpack Rain Cover - Keep gear dry in wet weather

📱Solar Portable Charger - Solar power bank for charging devices off‑grid

🧦Merino Wool Socks - Moisture-wicking, blister-preventing socks for long treks

🔋Rechargeable Batteries - Power up your outdoor devices

📡Handheld GPS Device - Reliable handheld GPS for outdoor navigation

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United States > North Carolina > Watauga County

Distance: 3.9 mi • Elevation gain: 574 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,518 ft