Cataloochee Horse Trail
Haywood County, NC
Out-and-back trail in Haywood County, NC. Horseback riding & Hiking.
- Distance
- 3.2 mi (5.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 98 ft (30 m)
- Est. Time
- 55 min
- High point
- 2,743 ft (836 m)
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Visitor center: Cataloochee Seasonal Quarters & Ranger Station 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Cataloochee Horse Trail
How long is Cataloochee Horse Trail?
Cataloochee Horse Trail is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) long. Most people take about 55 min. It climbs 98 ft (30 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,743 ft (836 m).
How hard is Cataloochee Horse Trail?
GoTrails rates it Easy, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Cataloochee Horse Trail?
Parking at the start. 1 more lots along the route.
Are there water and toilets on Cataloochee Horse Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Cataloochee Horse Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (99% under trees).
What can you do on Cataloochee Horse Trail?
Best for Horseback riding. Also: Hiking.
Is this a good week for Cataloochee Horse Trail?
GoTrails turns the 7-day forecast at the start and at the high point into a clear go / no-go: temperature, rain, storms, wind, heat, air quality and daylight, with a suggested start time. This week’s call is at the top of this page.
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- Doc Caldwell Cemetery Access Haywood County · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.3 km)
- Carson-Messer Cemetery Access Haywood County · Easy · 0.2 mi (0.3 km)
- Little Cataloochee Trail Haywood County · Hard · 10.5 mi (17 km)
GoTrails · Route data: © OpenStreetMap