How long is Brown County (Hesitation Point)?

3.5 miles, loop, with about 500 feet of elevation gain — roughly 1 hr 25 min at a steady pace.

How hard is Brown County (Hesitation Point)?

It's rated Moderate. ridgetop views in Indiana’s "Little Smokies"

Where is Brown County (Hesitation Point)?

Brown County (Hesitation Point) is in Indiana. ridgetop views in Indiana’s "Little Smokies"

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Brown County (Hesitation Point)

Indiana

Distance3.5 mi

Est. time~1 hr 25 min

Elevation gain↗ 500 ft

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Brown County (Hesitation Point) is a moderate 3.5-mile loop hike in Indiana with about 500 ft of elevation gain. ridgetop views in Indiana’s "Little Smokies".

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