Horse Cove Gap Trail
Pisgah National Forest, Transylvania County, NC
Out-and-back trail in Pisgah National Forest, Transylvania County, NC. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 4.4 mi (7.1 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,053 ft (321 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 55 min
- High point
- 3,766 ft (1,148 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Horse Cove Gap Trail
How long is Horse Cove Gap Trail?
Horse Cove Gap Trail is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 55 min. It climbs 1,053 ft (321 m) in total, up to a high point of 3,766 ft (1,148 m).
How hard is Horse Cove Gap Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Is Horse Cove Gap Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Horse Cove Gap Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Horse Cove Gap 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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