The Loop
A quirky feature that some say was the result of too much road.
Plan Around The Loop
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The Loop Details
Engineers rebuilding Newfound Gap Road in the 1930s faced a dilemma -- how to run the road through this narrow spot without creating such a steep grade that cars might falter during the climb. The Civilian Conservation Corp's ingenious answer was this 360-degree loop, complete with stonework tunnel -- a quirky feature that some locals say came to pass when workers found they had too much road, and decided to tie a knot!
Difficulty
Low
Distance
N/A
Estimated time
Region
Newfound Gap Road
Nearby Parks Around The Loop
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Nearby Points of Interest Around The Loop
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0.2 mi away
Chimney Tops Trail
One of the most beautiful, and also challenging trails in the Sugarland area.
0.7 mi away
Cove Hardwood Exhibit
Details the diverse flora and fauna of the Park.
0.7 mi away
Stream Exhibit
Details the role 800 billion gallons of rainwater play.
0.9 mi away
Alum Cave Trailhead
The trailhead for the hike to Mt. LeConte.
