Woodruff Ridge Trail
Pisgah National Forest, Caldwell County, NC
Out-and-back trail in Pisgah National Forest, Caldwell County, NC. Hiking & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 2.4 mi (3.8 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 778 ft (237 m)
- Est. Time
- 1 hr 10 min
- High point
- 2,326 ft (709 m)
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Along the way
- Waterfall: Woodruff Branch Falls 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from start
- Waterfall: Barn Ridge Creek Falls 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from start
From OpenStreetMap. Check before you rely on water or toilets.
Questions about Woodruff Ridge Trail
How long is Woodruff Ridge Trail?
Woodruff Ridge Trail is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) long. Most people take about 1 hr 10 min. It climbs 778 ft (237 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,326 ft (709 m).
How hard is Woodruff Ridge Trail?
GoTrails rates it Moderate, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Woodruff Ridge Trail?
No parking mapped: check before you drive.
Are there water and toilets on Woodruff Ridge Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Woodruff Ridge Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Woodruff Ridge Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Mountain biking. Shared with bikes. Surface: dirt.
Is this a good week for Woodruff 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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- Thunderhole Falls Pisgah National Forest · Easy · 3 mi (4.9 km)
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