Shut-In Trail
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Summary
The Shut-In Trail is an historic trail located along the Blue Ridge Parkway that takes visitors through lush tunnels of mountain laurel and rhododendron.
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Destination Distance From Downtown
5.3 miles
Difficulty
4 of 5 diamonds
4
Time To Complete
18 miles, 4-7 hours
Seasonality
All Seasons
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