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Distance
38.17 miles
Elevation Gain
3760 ft
Route Type
Point-to-Point
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Sheltowee Trace NRT - Northern Terminus to Cave Run Lake is a point-to-point trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Morehead, Kentucky.
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