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2.8 miles
Distance
250 ft
Climb
-1,431 ft
Descent
00:40:54
Avg time
-1,181 ft
Altitude change
2,318 ft
Altitude min
3,568 ft
Altitude max
3,499 ft
Altitude start
2,318 ft
Altitude end
-45.302%
Grade max
21.813%
Grade min
3,479 ft
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
230 ft
Distance flat
00:40:54
Avg time
Bennett Gap Trail Details
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Riding AreaPisgah / Brevard
Brevard, North Carolina -
Ref Number#138
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Voted DifficultyDouble Black Diamond (2 votes)
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Local Popularity85 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 70 in Trail Running
- 70 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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DirectionDownhill PrimaryPopular Direction Shown
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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Land OwnerUSFS
Now open year round to bikes thanks to trail advocacy. Excellent ridgetop views of Looking Glass Rock, Cedar Rock, and the Davidson River valley. Technical sections near the intersection with Perry Cove Tr. with nearly sheer drop-offs on the downhill side. Fast if riding downhill.
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since 2016Maintainer
USFSLand Manager
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
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- 3 rides
- 13 miles average
6 Months
- 135 rides
- 17 miles avg distance
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- 905 rides
- Last: Jun 20, 2026
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Directions to bennett-gap-trail trailhead
(35.322100, -82.774750)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bennett Gap Trail
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Where is Bennett Gap Trail located?
Bennett Gap Trail is located in Pisgah / Brevard, Brevard, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Pisgah / Brevard trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 35.3221, -82.77475.
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How hard is Bennett Gap Trail?
Bennett Gap Trail is rated as Black Diamond difficulty.
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What is the elevation gain for Bennett Gap Trail?
Bennett Gap Trail has 250 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,431 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 2,318 ft to 3,568 ft.
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Is Bennett Gap Trail a point to point trail?
Bennett Gap Trail is not a point to point trail. The direction is Downhill Primary. The trail type is singletrack.
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