54 routes · Hiking · Mountain Biking · Trail Running
North Carolina
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Get a top trail recommendation in North Carolina from one of our 38 guidebooks, or get inspired by the 219 local adventures uploaded by the FATMAP community. Start exploring now!
Destinations in North Carolina
34 routes · Hiking · Trail Running
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Routes in North Carolina
Mile High Swinging Bridge
An out-and-back with stunning views from the Mile High Swinging Bridge in Grandfather Mountain SP.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 1.7 km
- Ascent
- 82 m
- Descent
- 82 m
Profile Trail to Calloway Peak
A difficult and steep path connecting NC-105 to the highest point on Grandfather Mountain, Calloway Peak.
Difficult Hiking
- Distance
- 11 km
- Ascent
- 737 m
- Descent
- 737 m
Stack Rock
A short hike to a unique rock formation, and a great opportunity to stretch your legs after a drive.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 698 m
- Ascent
- 18 m
- Descent
- 18 m
Beacon Heights
A short hike beneath Grandfather Mountain with spectacular views of the surrounding Blue Ridge.
Moderate Hiking
- Distance
- 1.2 km
- Ascent
- 44 m
- Descent
- 44 m
Linville Gorge Circuit
An epic 22-mile adventure run touring the best of Linville Gorge.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 32 km
- Ascent
- 1.6 km
- Descent
- 1.6 km
S.C.A.R. (Smokies Challenge Adventure Run)
An stunning section of the Appalachian Trail idolized by trail and ultra runners.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 115 km
- Ascent
- 5.2 km
- Descent
- 5.1 km
Pitchell
A highly-acclaimed trail run starting at the top of Mount Pisgah, and ending at Mount Mitchell, the highest point east of the Rockies.
Difficult Trail Running
- Distance
- 98 km
- Ascent
- 3.9 km
- Descent
- 3.6 km
Douglas Falls
A short hike at the top of Big Ivy to a narrow and near-vertical, 70-foot waterfall.
Easy Hiking
- Distance
- 1.8 km
- Ascent
- 54 m
- Descent
- 54 m
Guidebooks in North Carolina
58 routes · Hiking
The Appalachian Trail
10 routes · Hiking
Find Your Perfect Trail in Great Smoky Mountains NP
7 routes · Hiking
Mount Mitchell - Hike the Highest Peaks in the East
7 routes · Hiking
The Epic Mountains to Sea Trail - Sections 1-5
16 routes · Hiking
Classic Day Hikes between Asheville and Brevard, NC
6 routes · Hiking
6 Wonderful Waterfall Hikes Within an Hour of Asheville
9 routes · Hiking
Best Trails for Overnight Camping Near Asheville
10 routes · Hiking