Lower Heartbreak Ridge Trail
Pisgah National Forest, McDowell County, NC
Out-and-back trail in Pisgah National Forest, McDowell County, NC. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 3 mi (4.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 558 ft (170 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 15 min
- High point
- 2,349 ft (716 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Questions about Lower Heartbreak Ridge Trail
How long is Lower Heartbreak Ridge Trail?
Lower Heartbreak Ridge Trail is 3 mi (4.8 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 15 min. It climbs 558 ft (170 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,349 ft (716 m).
How hard is Lower Heartbreak Ridge Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Lower Heartbreak Ridge Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Lower Heartbreak Ridge Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Lower Heartbreak Ridge Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (94% under trees).
What can you do on Lower Heartbreak Ridge Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Lower Heartbreak Ridge Trail?
Old Fort Ride House, 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from the start. 1 more places to eat. Shop: Old Fort Outdoors, 1.8 mi (2.9 km).
Is this a good week for Lower Heartbreak Ridge 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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