Thompson Creek 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
- 1,657 ft (505 m)
- Est. Time
- 2 hr 15 min
- High point
- 4,974 ft (1,516 m)
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Route type
- Out & back
Along the way
- Campsite: Thompson Creek Camp Site 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from start
- Waterfall: Lower Thompson Ridge Falls 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Thompson Creek Trail
How long is Thompson Creek Trail?
Thompson Creek Trail is 4.4 mi (7.1 km) long. Most people take about 2 hr 15 min. It climbs 1,657 ft (505 m) in total, up to a high point of 4,974 ft (1,516 m).
How hard is Thompson Creek Trail?
GoTrails rates it Hard, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Thompson Creek Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Thompson Creek Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. Toilets: Trailhead.
Is Thompson Creek Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Thompson Creek Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Thompson Creek Trail?
Food, 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from the start. Shop: Shop, 1.6 mi (2.6 km).
Is this a good week for Thompson Creek 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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