Fontana Dam, North Carolina

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Top Running Spots in and near Fontana Dam

  • Blairsville, Georgia

    Nottely Reservoir Trail

    2.53 mi / 335 ft gain
    Nottely Reservoir Trail is a loop trail that takes you by a river located near Blairsville, Georgia.
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  • Knoxville, Tennessee

    Victor Ashe Park

    4.7
    2.5 mi
    This park is located just 10 minutes from downtown Knoxville. The parking here is massive and has near 100 parking spots spread out over the park. The park offers many activities and amazing views. The main attraction of the park is the greenway and the disc golf course. The greenway runs all the...
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  • Knoxville, Tennessee

    Adair Park

    1.5 mi
    This Urban park is located in North Knoxville. The park is only a few minutes from downtown Knoxville. This park is small but offers a nice wilderness in the city. There is a lot of wildlife at this park. The park has many hiking/biking trails through the park. In total there is 1.5 miles of gree...
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  • Knoxville, Tennessee

    Strechi Hills Greenway

    4.0
    4.2 mi / 0 ft gain
    This greeway is located in north Knoxville near the Sterchi Hills neighborhood. The greenway is 2.1 miles one way so it can make for a good run through the woods. All of the greenway is paved and most of it is under tree cover so it is shaded most of the time. This is a great trail to see birds a...
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  • Knoxville, Tennessee

    Melton Hill Trails

    4.0
    1.46 mi / 98 ft gain
    The Melton Hill Trails in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, offer a variety of recreational opportunities, including hiking, biking, birding, fishing, and paddling. Located along the picturesque Melton Hill Lake, these trails provide scenic views and diverse terrains for outdoor enthusiasts. Hours of Oper...
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  • Clarkesville, Georgia

    Hemlock Falls Trail

    5.0
    2 mi / 502 ft gain
    Nestled within the Chattahoochee National Forest near Clarkesville, Georgia, the Hemlock Falls Trail offers a serene hiking experience leading to the picturesque Hemlock Falls. This 2-mile round-trip trail is suitable for hikers of all skill levels and is a popular destination for nature enthus...
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  • Knoxville, Tennessee

    Bike or Run the Halls Greenway

    2 mi
    This place is located right in the middle of Halls Crossroads. There are multiple access points along the Greenway. There is the Halls Community Center which is where the GPS of this adventure will lead you or there is a small parking area next to the Halls Food City. There are other entrances fr...
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  • Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia

    Unicoi Gap and Indian Grave Gap Loop

    5.0
    5.04 mi / 1765 ft gain
    The Unicoi Gap and Indian Grave Gap Loop in Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia, is a moderately challenging hiking trail. Spanning approximately 5.04 miles, the loop offers a variety of terrain, including forested areas, open fields, and rocky paths. The trail is known for its two significant landmarks: U...
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  • Reliance, Tennessee

    Hike the Scenic Spur Trail

    5.0
    3.9 mi / 426 ft gain
    Very little elevation gain leads to an easy hike along a river right outside of the Ocoee river region. First .7 miles is very flat, then leads to some slight elevation gain but nothing too serious. This trail traverses through the lush forest for a short distance when you come across a small cre...
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