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      Region Status
      Caution as of Sep 2, 2026

      Stats

      Avg Trail Rating
      Trails (view details)
      252
      Trails Mountain Bike
      143
      Trails E-Bike
      26
      Trails Gravel Bike
      76
      Trails Adaptive Bike
      14
      Trails Winter Fat Bike
      14
      Trails Horse
      33
      Trails Hike
      251
      Trails Trail Running
      249
      Trails Dirtbike/Moto
      7
      Trails Observed Trials
      7
      Trails ATV/ORV/OHV
      11
      Trails Snowmobile
      3
      Trails Snowshoe
      18
      Trails Backcountry Ski
      16
      Trails Nordic Ski
      18
      Total Distance
      535 miles
      Total Descent
      108,804 ft
      Total Vertical
      5,160 ft
      Highest Trailhead
      6,206 ft
      Reports
      4,376
      Photos
      2,117
      Completed Counter
      113,576

      Articles

      The 12 Most Stunning Trails in the U.S.
      May 29, 2025 from outsideonline.com
      In celebration of National Trails Day, discover some of the best hikes in the U.S.—from slot canyons to grasslands, waterfalls, and secluded...
      North Carolina's 5 Most Popular Trail Networks According to Trailforks Data
      Oct 20, 2021 from pinkbike.com
      North Carolina is covered by trails of all varieties, and offers up opportunities for riders of all stripes.
      Local Flavours: The Complete Guide to Riding in Brevard, NC
      Oct 21, 2019 from pinkbike.com
      Brice is back with a report from the Blue Ridge Mountains.
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      Popular Brevard Mountain Biking Trails

      149
      Black Mountain Trail (Lower)
      • 100 ★ 4.8 • 1 mile • 0 ft • 5,403 •
      Black Mountain Trail is split into 4 sections (Upper/Upper, Upper, Middle and Lower) The lower section of #127 is probably the most popular section of Black Mountain. From the intersection with Thrift Cove and Middle Black riders will...
      11
      Black Mountain Trail (Middle) Caution
      • 100 ★ 4.8 • 2 miles • 126 ft • 3,839 •
      In 2021 the section known as Middle Black was rerouted due to the continuous erosion and trail widening that was happening on its former line. Pisgah Area SORBA and Singletrack Trails have worked together to create a sustainable trail...
      43
      Avery Creek Trail
      • 95 ★ 4.4 • 3 miles • 43 ft • 3,194 •
      The newly reworked (Aug 2019) trail begins and ends at the same location as before, but has completely changed in character since Nature Trails, LLC rebuilt the trail. The new trail is wider, smoother, and less eroded than the previous...
      52
      Bennett Gap Trail
      • 85 ★ 4.6 • 3 miles • 94 ft • 2,954 •
      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 Tr. with nearly sheer drop-offs on the...
      6
      Thrift Cove FS5061
      • 95 ★ 4.4 • 3 miles • 776 ft • 2,726 •
      Double-track that narrows to a wide single in places, often ridden up (climb north-bound) as part of a short loop with Lower Black
      6
      Grassy Road Trail
      • 100 ★ 4.2 • 1 mile • 312 ft • 2,711 •
      Highly rated popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 10 minutes to complete this trail.
      15
      Club Gap
      • 85 ★ 3.0 • 4,209 ft • 455 ft • 2,425 •
      Commonly used to climb from Road to the intersection that leads to Trail, Upper and . Mostly ridable, some riders may find a few very short sections to be hike-a-bike.
      10
      Black Mountain Trail (Upper Upper)
      • 90 ★ 4.2 • 2 miles • 260 ft • 2,355 •
      Black Mountain Trail is split into 4 sections (Upper/Upper, Upper, Middle and Lower) The section of trail referred to as 'Upper Upper Black' was rehabilitated in July 2019 by Nature Trails, LLC. The primary area of rehabilitation is...

      Recent Ride Log Activity in Region

      Today
      • 29 rides
      Yesterday
      • 24 rides
      Past Week
      • 278 rides

      Brevard Mountain Bike Routes

      211
      2016 3rd Coast Enduro Series - Brevard Enduro Presented by Terrapin Beer Co. Featured
      ★ 3.5 • 19 miles • 3,870 ft • 9 •
      Another first for the 3rd Coast Enduro Series as the series stops in Brevard North Carolina for its 6th...
      71
      WNC Bike Fest Club Gap/Avery Creek Loop Featured
      19 miles • 2,000 ft • 5 •
      This route climbs 2200 feet, and travels 21 miles starting from Ecusta Brewing on the Brevard Greenway...
      6
      WNC Bike Fest Avery Creek/Headwaters Gravel Loop Featured
      25 miles • 1,902 ft • 2 •
      This Gravel Ride gains around 2,000 feet of elevation over 25 miles on mostly gravel roads with a few...
      51
      WNC Bike Fest Upper/Lower Sycamore Loop Featured
      6 miles • 637 ft • 2 •
      This 6 mile loop starts at Ecusta Brewing on the Brevard Greenway and heads into the Pisgah National...
      12
      WNC Bike Fest Grassy/Sycamore Loop Featured
      7 miles • 637 ft • 4 •
      This short 7.5 mile route, with only 650' of climbing leaves from Ecusta Brewing on the Brevard Greenway...
      163
      WNC Bike Fest Thrift/Lower Black Loop Featured
      8 miles • 795 ft • 7 •
      This 8 mile route, with 800' of elevation gain starts at Ecusta Brewing and takes the Brevard Greenway...

      Photos of Brevard Mountain Bike

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      Videos of Brevard Mountain Bike

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      Cased aAvery Creek gap
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      0:09 | 121 | May 17, 2024
      Fall time is all time
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      3:24 | | Nov 4, 2023
      Daniel Ridge in the leaves
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      3:24 | | Oct 29, 2023
      Slow Mo Bennett Gap Chunk
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      0:49 | 76 | Nov 2, 2022
      Avery Creek Fail
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      0:19 | 121 | Jul 18, 2022
      Sycamore Cove Trail Section
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      0:54 | 87 | Feb 20, 2022
      Lower Black Trail Pisgah
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      5:02 | 65 | Feb 16, 2022

      Current Trail Warnings

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      Cove Creek Road
      Sep 1, 2026 @ 9:30am (America/New_York)
      Sep 1, 2026
      		 Wetmmycko86

      Recent Trail Reports

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      Clawhammer Road
      Sep 2, 2026 @ 9:27am (America/New_York)
      Sep 2, 2026
      		 VariableJonMZ
      Daniel Ridge
      Aug 30, 2026 @ 10:47am (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Aug 30, 2026
      		 Very DryCreek bed like loose rocks in areas many...upstatefreddy
      Bracken Mountain Trail
      Aug 31, 2026 @ 1:27pm (America/New_York)
      Aug 31, 2026
      		 Ideal Tree(s) cleared 08.30.26gtlowden Pisgah
      Brushy Creek Trail
      Aug 31, 2026 @ 1:19pm (America/New_York)
      Aug 31, 2026
      		 Ideal tree cleared 08.30.26 morninggtlowden Pisgah
      Vineyard Gap
      Aug 30, 2026 @ 11:16am (America/New_York)
      Aug 30, 2026
      		 Variable more fallen treesflesheater
      Pilot Rock
      Aug 23, 2026 @ 10:09am (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Aug 23, 2026
      		 IdealBennnnnn
      Laurel Mountain Connector
      Aug 23, 2026 @ 10:09am (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Aug 23, 2026
      		 IdealBennnnnn
      Horse Cove Road (475C)
      Aug 23, 2026 @ 8:56am (America/New_York)
      Aug 23, 2026
      		 Variable2 trees down between the top of Bracken...enzodiolevano
      Lower Cat Gap
      Aug 22, 2026 @ 12:19pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Aug 22, 2026
      		 VariablePmartone
      Lower Butter Gap
      Aug 22, 2026 @ 12:19pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello)
      Aug 22, 2026
      		 VariablePmartone

      Activity Feed

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      Recent Comments

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      Al0184xtrailBracken Mountain TrailRode today, in great shape
      Sep 5, 2026 @ 7:35pm
      Sep 5, 2026
      Al0184xtrailHorse Cove Road (475C)Rode today 9/5/26 in great shape
      Sep 5, 2026 @ 7:34pm
      Sep 5, 2026
      n8w9nreportBracken Mountain TrailNice. Came here to report.
      Aug 28, 2026 @ 12:00pm
      Aug 28, 2026
      sergioBYlkZ6trailSouth Mills RiverHi everyone. Yesterday, August 24, 2026, I did...
      Aug 25, 2026 @ 9:22am
      Aug 25, 2026
      karnes314reportClawhammer Roadtrees are cleared
      Aug 22, 2026 @ 1:45pm
      Aug 22, 2026

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      Activity Type Stats

      activitytypetrailsdistancedescentdescent distancetotal verticalratingglobal rankstate rankphotosreportsroutesactivity logs
      Mountain Bike143300 miles47,251 ft132 miles4,767 ft
      		#202#771,9544,32418088,422
      E-Bike2657 miles7,927 ft21 miles3,366 ft
      		#2,635#1,0322,88311,785
      Gravel Bike76162 miles18,701 ft61 miles5,052 ft
      		#324#10037155391
      Adaptive Bike1412 miles1,421 ft6 miles2,172 ft
      		#2,155#41717916
      Winter Fat Bike1410 miles1,496 ft5 miles1,683 ft
      		#1,616#26414
      Horse3398 miles11,030 ft32 miles4,692 ft
      		#471#4329547
      Hike251535 miles108,799 ft246 miles5,161 ft
      		#140#771564,3362413,740
      Trail Running249530 miles107,920 ft243 miles5,161 ft
      		#151#6644,335254,272
      Dirtbike/Moto734 miles4,334 ft10 miles3,337 ft
      		#629#2205258
      Observed Trials734 miles4,334 ft10 miles3,337 ft
      		#38#151914
      ATV/ORV/OHV1143 miles5,778 ft16 miles4,741 ft
      		#394#12952611
      Snowmobile320 miles522 ft2 miles2,923 ft
      		#84#52171
      Snowshoe1841 miles3,986 ft11 miles2,349 ft
      		#406#1231475
      Backcountry Ski1625 miles3,976 ft10 miles1,781 ft
      		#320#5312612
      Nordic Ski1841 miles3,986 ft11 miles2,349 ft
      		#449#1271437

      Frequently Asked Questions About Brevard

      ▼ What are the best places to ride in Brevard?
      Brevard has 7 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
      ▼ What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Brevard?
      ▼ Where can I park to ride in Brevard?
      There are 45 parking locations listed in Brevard. The most popular parking spots are: View all parking and trailhead locations on the map to plan your visit.
      ▼ What is the longest trail in Brevard?
      The longest trail in Brevard is South Mills River at 13.5 miles. View all trails sorted by distance.
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Brevard?
      ▼ What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Brevard?
      ▼ How many trails are in Brevard?
      Brevard has a total of 242 trails. Of those, 133 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Brevard to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation gain in Brevard?
      The trail with the most elevation gain in Brevard is South Mills River with 1,117 ft of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
      ▼ Which trail has the most elevation descent in Brevard?
      The trail with the most elevation descent in Brevard is Turkeypen Gap with 1,868 ft of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
      ▼ What activities are most popular in Brevard?
      Brevard supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Gravel Biking, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, Horseback, Hiking, Trail Running, Dirtbiking, Observed Trials, ATVing/Offroading, Snowmobiling, Snowshoeing, Backcountry Skiing, Nordic Skiing.
      ▼ What bike services are there in Brevard?
      The following bike services are available in Brevard:
      • Bike Shop (3)
      • Guides & Tours (3)
      • Coaching & Camps (2)
      • Shuttle Service (1)
      • Trail Builders (1)
      • Trail Association (1)
      • Club (1)
      Browse the full Brevard directory for details.
      ▼ What are the steepest mountain biking trails in Brevard?
      The steepest mountain biking trail in Brevard is Log Hollow Falls Trail with an average grade of 16.7%. View all trails sorted by grade.
      ▼ Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Brevard?
      Yes, there are 7 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Brevard. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
      ▼ Are there any trails with waterfalls in Brevard?
      Yes, there are 6 waterfall locations noted along trails in Brevard. View the points of interest map to discover trails near waterfalls.
      ▼ What trails have the biggest jumps in Brevard?
      The trails with the biggest jumps in Brevard are: Browse all mountain bike trails to find trails with jumps and technical features.
      ▼ Are the trails open in Brevard?
      The overall region status for Brevard is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 170 trails:
      • Clear / Green: 101
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 57
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 11
      • Closed: 1
      View the full trail status page for the latest updates.
      ▼ What are the trail conditions in Brevard?
      Based on trail reports from the past week in Brevard:
      • Variable: 1 trail
      Check the Brevard trail status page for the most current conditions and recent trail reports.
      ▼ Can I ride an ebike in Brevard?
      Yes, Brevard supports e-bike riding. There are 27 trails in Brevard that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Brevard?
      ▼ What is the highest summit in Brevard?
      The highest summit in Brevard is Black Balsam Knob at 6,211 ft elevation.
      ▼ What are the top sights to see in Brevard?
      ▼ What are the most popular Strava Segments in Brevard?
      The most popular Strava segments in Brevard are:
      • Thrift to The Rockgarden (21,924 athletes)
      • Lower Black (21,599 athletes)
      • Clawhammer to Maxwell Cove (18,421 athletes)
      View all Strava segments in Brevard.
      ▼ What are some popular technical trail features in Brevard?
      There are 1 technical trail features (TTFs) in Brevard. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Brevard.
      ▼ What trails are closed in Brevard?
      There are currently 1 closed trails in Brevard. The breakdown of all trail statuses is:
      • Clear / Green: 101
      • Minor Issue / Yellow: 57
      • Significant Issue / Amber: 11
      • Closed: 1
      View all closed trails for the latest updates.
      ▼ Are there accessible or adaptive trails in Brevard?
      Yes, there are 14 accessible/adaptive trails in Brevard. View all adaptive trails in Brevard for specific accessibility information.
      ▼ Are there local clubs or events in Brevard?
      There are 2 upcoming events in Brevard. View upcoming events. There are 2 local clubs or associations listed in the Brevard directory. Browse the local directory for details.
      ▼ Are there any mountain biking guiding or tour operators in Brevard?
      Yes, there are mountain biking guiding and tour operators in Brevard: Browse all guiding and tour operators in Brevard.
      ▼ What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Brevard?
      ▼ What are the best beginner ride trails in Brevard?
      The best beginner mountain biking trails in Brevard are: View all beginner mountain biking trails in Brevard.
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