Sentier Septentrional du Col des Gourgs Blancs
- 1.2 mi
- round trip
- 1,368 ft
- climb
- 9,438 ft
- high point
- Out and back
- route
Sentier Septentrional du Col des Gourgs Blancs is an out-and-back trail, 1.2 miles each way (2.4 miles round trip) in Occitania, France. It runs between about 8,230 ft and 9,440 ft above sea level, with roughly 80 ft of climbing one way. It is alpine hiking on rough, exposed ground where you may need your hands for balance; it is for experienced hikers. Most of the way is gravel. The nearest town is Gouaux-de-Larboust, about 6.4 miles south of the trailhead. Peaks within about 3 miles include Tuca de O, Pic Gourdon and Tuca de Gorgs Bllancs. Cascade d'Ôo is within about 3 miles. For camping, Emplacement bivouac is within about 6 miles. There are 4 other mapped trails within about 3 miles, so you can combine or extend the outing. Distances, elevations and the route shape here come from OpenStreetMap and the Copernicus 90 m elevation model. Trails, access rules and conditions change, so check locally before you go.
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