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North Carolina
Pump Gap Loop
8.5 mi
Distance
2,536 ft
Gain
3h 35m
Time
Conditions: Blocked
for hike, todayAn agency closure order is in effect for this area; weather is marginal
2 factors · 2 sources
Newest 8 h ago · oldest 8 h
problem: Agency alerts
43 active alerts in National Forests in North Carolina; most severe: Siddie Fields Day Use Area closed for improvements
USFSPosted Sep 28 · checked 8 h ago
caution: Weather
Clouds, high 79°F / low 65°F, 85% precip — 62/100 for hike
OpenWeather8 h ago
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Elevation & route
- Distance
- 8.5 mi
- Elevation gain
- 2,536 ft
- Elevation loss
- 2,536 ft
- Highest point
- 2,388 ft
- Lowest point
- 1,394 ft
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Permits & access
- Managing agency
- Forest Service
- Bikes
- yes
About this trail
Pump Gap Loop is an 8.51-mile out-and-back trail in Tennessee that offers singletrack hiking and a connection to the renowned Appalachian Trail system. This route provides an excellent opportunity to experience backcountry terrain while accessing one of America's most iconic long-distance trails.
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