How long is Sipsey Wilderness (Bee Branch)?

7 miles, loop, with about 600 feet of elevation gain — roughly 2 hr 38 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Sipsey Wilderness (Bee Branch)?

It's rated Moderate. old-growth and the Big Tree, a giant poplar

Where is Sipsey Wilderness (Bee Branch)?

Sipsey Wilderness (Bee Branch) is in Alabama. old-growth and the Big Tree, a giant poplar

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Sipsey Wilderness (Bee Branch)

Alabama

Distance7 mi

Est. time~2 hr 38 min

Elevation gain↗ 600 ft

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Sipsey Wilderness (Bee Branch) is a moderate 7-mile loop hike in Alabama with about 600 ft of elevation gain. old-growth and the Big Tree, a giant poplar.

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