Yancey Ridge Trail
Pisgah National Forest, Avery County, NC
Out-and-back trail in Pisgah National Forest, Avery County, NC. Hiking, Horseback riding, & Mountain biking.
- Distance
- 12.2 mi (19.7 km)
- Elevation Gain
- 2,477 ft (755 m)
- Est. Time
- 5 hr 10 min
- High point
- 2,982 ft (909 m)
- Difficulty
- Expert
- Route type
- Out & back
Features
Questions about Yancey Ridge Trail
How long is Yancey Ridge Trail?
Yancey Ridge Trail is 12.2 mi (19.7 km) long. Most people take about 5 hr 10 min. It climbs 2,477 ft (755 m) in total, up to a high point of 2,982 ft (909 m).
How hard is Yancey Ridge Trail?
GoTrails rates it Expert, from its length and how much it climbs.
Where do you park for Yancey Ridge Trail?
Parking at the start.
Are there water and toilets on Yancey Ridge Trail?
No water mapped: bring all you need. No toilets mapped.
Is Yancey Ridge Trail shaded?
Mostly shaded (100% under trees).
What can you do on Yancey Ridge Trail?
Best for Hiking. Also: Horseback riding, Mountain biking. Shared with bikes, horses. Surface: dirt.
Where can you eat near Yancey Ridge Trail?
Shop: Coffey's General Store, 0.7 mi (1.1 km).
Is this a good week for Yancey 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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- Thorps Creek Trail Pisgah National Forest · Moderate · 4.3 mi (6.9 km)
- Bill Vines Trail Pisgah National Forest · Easy · 0.4 mi (0.6 km)
- White Rocks Trail Pisgah National Forest · Easy · 1.9 mi (3.1 km)
- Darkside Cliffs Trail Lost Cove Wilderness Study Area · Easy · 1 mi (1.6 km)
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