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571 ft
Distance
-7 ft
Descent
00:00:16
Avg time
-9 ft
Altitude change
964 ft
Altitude min
973 ft
Altitude max
972 ft
Altitude start
965 ft
Altitude end
-1.6%
Grade
-4.6%
Grade max
0.4%
Grade min
164 ft
Distance climb
364 ft
Distance down
43 ft
Distance flat
00:00:16
Avg time

Iron Bluff Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Jonesville
    , North Carolina
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    75 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 50 in E-Biking
    • 5 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #21289 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #85069 in E-Biking
    • #48361 in Trail Running
    • #325225 in Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes
  • TTFs on Trail
    Berm, Bridge, Drop, Jump, Roller Coaster

This is the beginning of the Iron Bluff Trail system, Currently 2.5 miles but additional trail is currently being built. The plan is to have 7-8 miles

Access Info

Park at the open field near the entrance and pedal past the cabled road via an open area

Disclaimer

Ride at your own risk, look at features before attempting them

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

Past Week
  • 1 rides
  • 6 miles average
6 Months
  • 9 rides
  • 5 miles avg distance
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  • 22 rides
  • Last: Jun 19, 2026
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Iron Bluff Trail Reports

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Jul 11, 2025 @ 9:18am
Jul 11, 2025
This trail drains so well. A couple of wet spots but you can ride around all of them.
Jun 20, 2024 @ 5:59am
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May 28, 2024 @ 5:55am
May 28, 2024
Mar 14, 2024 @ 1:36pm
Mar 14, 2024
Small debris from trees all over the trail, some can cause damage to your bike!
Oct 23, 2021 @ 10:53am
Oct 23, 2021
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on Jul 11, 2025
Ideal
Avg: 3.98 (1 votes)
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Iron Bluff

        Where is Iron Bluff located?
        Iron Bluff is located in Jonesville, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Jonesville trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 36.24657, -80.79033.
        How hard is Iron Bluff?
        Iron Bluff is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 1.6%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
        What is the elevation gain for Iron Bluff?
        The trail has 7 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 964 ft to 973 ft.
        Is Iron Bluff a point to point trail?
        Iron Bluff is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.

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