Old Trestle Road
National Forests in North Carolina, Buncombe County, NC
Out-and-back trail in National Forests in North Carolina, Buncombe County, NC. Hiking.
- Distance
- 11.8 mi (19 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 1,263 ft (385 m)
- Est. Time
- 4 hr 25 min
- High point
- 4,518 ft (1,377 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Shelter: Buck Gap Shelter 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Shelter View 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Pots Cove 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from start
- Viewpoint: Waldens Rock 8 mi (12.9 km) from start
- Waterfall: Graybeard Falls 10.1 mi (16.2 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Old Trestle Road
How long is Old Trestle Road?
Old Trestle Road is 11.8 mi (19 km) long. Most people take about 4 hr 25 min. It climbs 1,263 ft (385 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,518 ft (1,377 m).
How hard is Old Trestle Road?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Old Trestle Road?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Old Trestle Road?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: 5.2 mi (8.4 km).
Is Old Trestle Road shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
Can you bring a dog on Old Trestle Road?
Yes, dogs are allowed, according to OpenStreetMap.
What can you do on Old Trestle Road?
Best for Hiking.
Where can you eat near Old Trestle Road?
Old School Subs, 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from the start. 2 more places to eat. Shop: Burton's, 1.7 mi (2.7 km).
Is this a good week for Old Trestle Road?
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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