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Old Mitchell Toll Road

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  1. Areas
  2. NC
  3. …West and Mountains
  4. …Pisgah National Forest
  5. Montreat
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9.9 Miles 15.9 Kilometers


94%

Runnable

2,151' 656 m

Ascent

-224' -68 m

Descent

5%

Avg Grade (3°)

13%

Max Grade (8°)

5,184' 1,580 m

High

3,246' 989 m

Low

Shared By Brandon Thrower

Conditions

All Clear 52 days ago
Mostly Dry - trails in good condition. recent rains have made certain places soggy, but not bad History
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“The iconic road that used to be the main access to Mount Mitchell; now an iconic trail that does the same.”

— Brandon Thrower
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Dogs Unknown

Features Fall Colors · Views · Wildflowers · Wildlife

Most of the trail is in private bear hunting land. Be aware of hunters, trucks, and ATVs from October to January.

Runner Notes

This trail is the main trail used for the infamous Mt Mitchell Challenge.

Description

This historic path is a western NC classic. The trail is very rocky in most parts and very technical despite its width. During the winter, the trail can have a lot of ice on it, and during the summer, it can be wet and muddy in those same parts.

Contacts

Land Manager: USFS - North Carolina National Forests Office

Mar 13, 2019: Uwharrie National Forest seasonal closures and openings

Mar 13, 2019: Pisgah Ranger District road openings and closures

Mar 10, 2019: Point Lookout Trail closes temporarily for repair

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Dec 21, 2017
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in Montreat

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in North Carolina

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