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Heartbreak Ridge Trail

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  1. Areas
  2. NC
  3. …West and Mountains
  4. …Pisgah National Forest
  5. Ridgecrest Trails
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“One of the biggest, most infamous climbs in all WNC! ”

Brandon Thrower
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4.0

Miles

6.4

KM

Point to Point

4,753' 1,449 m

High

2,751' 838 m

Low

2,066' 630 m

Up

155' 47 m

Down

10%

Avg Grade (6°)

24%

Max Grade (13°)

Dogs Unknown

Features Birding · Fall Colors · Views · Wildflowers

Description

One of the classic mountain bike descents in Pisgah is one of the most infamous hiking climbs in Pisgah when paired with the Star Gap Trail. A solid and steady climb with a few short downhills just to give you a quick break. Good views at spots along the trail as well. Continue on an old road to your left after entering a field to head over to the Toll Road and Blue Ridge Pinnacle.

It is super fun to hike down as well!

Contacts

Land Manager: USFS - Pisgah National Forest Grandfather Ranger District

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Brandon Thrower
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  4.5 from 2 votes

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in Ridgecrest Trails

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in North Carolina

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Apr 14, 2021
Chad Randolph
Long uphill grind with good views. Bring plenty of water in the summer, as opportunities to fill up are few and far between. Watch for downhill bikers 11.3mi — 5h 55m
Mar 4, 2018
Sabrina Tavella-Burka
total miles with Star gap. no other hikers. saw Rocky knob from the South. saw first train after 3mi

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