Whiteoak Canyon -> Nicholson Hollow -> Old Rag Circuit
A challenging, but epic, overnight loop showcasing Whiteoak Canyon and Old Rag Mountain.
Severe Hiking
- Distance
- 28 km
- Ascent
- 1.5 km
- Descent
- 1.5 km
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A challenging, but epic, overnight loop showcasing Whiteoak Canyon and Old Rag Mountain.
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