Greentown Shortcut Trail
Pisgah National Forest, Burke County, NC
Out-and-back trail in Pisgah National Forest, Burke County, NC. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 5.8 mi (9.3 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,004 ft (306 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 20 min
- High point
- 2,103 ft (641 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall: Burnthouse Branch Falls 4.1 mi (6.5 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Greentown Shortcut Trail
How long is Greentown Shortcut Trail?
Greentown Shortcut Trail is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 20 min. It climbs 1,004 ft (306 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,103 ft (641 m).
How hard is Greentown Shortcut Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Greentown Shortcut Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Greentown Shortcut Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Greentown Shortcut Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Greentown Shortcut Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Greentown Shortcut 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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