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SaveBrevard trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. The Trailforks community has mapped hundreds of trails and shared thousands of photos in this region. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking, Gravel Biking, Horseback, E-Biking, Snowshoeing, Nordic Skiing, Backcountry Skiing, Adaptive Biking, Winter Fat Biking, ATVing/Offroading, Dirtbiking, Observed Trials and Snowmobiling. Trails here are often faint trail, rooty and hike-a-bike in places. Scenery includes creeks, ridgelines and waterfalls. Common trail features include jumps, rock gardens and bridges. Many trails are family friendly. Amenities include restrooms. Popular destinations include Pisgah Brevard Area Trails, Caesars Head - Jones Gap State Park and Gorges State Park.
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- 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
249 trails
- Trail Running
247 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 trails
Region Details
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- Trails (view details)
- 250
- 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
- 249
- Trails Trail Running
- 247
- 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
- 528 miles
- Total Descent
- 107,057 ft
- Total Vertical
- 5,160 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 6,206 ft
- Reports
- 3,959
- Photos
- 2,165
- Completed Counter
- 115,933
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.
Sub Regions
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Bracken Preserve
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- 6
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Gorges State Park
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- 1
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Jocassee Gorges Wildlife Management Area
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Pisgah Brevard Area Trails
- 1
- 10
- 28
- 16
- 1
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REEB Ranch
- 1
- 2
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Shining Rock Wilderness
- 1
- 1
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South Mills River/Turkey Pen
- 4
- 3
Popular Brevard Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 4.8 • 1 mile • 0 ft • 5,507 •
Black Mountain Trail is split into 4 sections (Upper/Upper, Upper, Middle and Lower) The lower section of Black Mountain Trail #127 is probably the most popular section of Black Mountain. From the intersection with Thrift Cove and...
• 100 ★ 4.8 • 2 miles • 126 ft • 3,924 •
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...
• 95 ★ 4.4 • 3 miles • 43 ft • 3,254 •
The newly reworked (Aug 2019) Avery Creek 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...
• 90 ★ 4.6 • 3 miles • 94 ft • 2,985 •
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...
• 100 ★ 4.2 • 1 mile • 312 ft • 2,762 •
Highly rated popular green difficulty singletrack. This multi-use trail can be used downhill primary. On average it takes 11 minutes to complete this trail.
• 95 ★ 4.4 • 3 miles • 776 ft • 2,757 •
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
• 90 ★ 3.0 • 4,209 ft • 455 ft • 2,472 •
Commonly used to climb from Avery Creek Road to the intersection that leads to Avery Creek Trail, Upper Black Mountain and Buckwheat Knob. Mostly ridable, some riders may find a few very short sections to be hike-a-bike.
• 95 ★ 4.2 • 2 miles • 260 ft • 2,412 •
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...
Brevard Mountain Bike Routes
★ 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...
19 miles • 2,000 ft • 5 •
This route climbs 2200 feet, and travels 21 miles starting from Ecusta Brewing on the Brevard Greenway...
6 miles • 637 ft • 2 •
This 6 mile loop starts at Ecusta Brewing on the Brevard Greenway and heads into the Pisgah National...
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...
8 miles • 795 ft • 7 •
This 8 mile route, with 800' of elevation gain starts at Ecusta Brewing and takes the Brevard Greenway...
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...
Photos of Brevard Mountain Bike
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Recent Trail Reports
| status | trail | date | condition | info | user |
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| Avery Creek Trail | Oct 14, 2026 @ 5:22pm (America/New_York) Oct 14, 2026 | Ideal | rraidernc | ||
| Buckhorn Gap Trail (Lower) | Oct 26, 2026 @ 2:46pm (America/New_York) 3 days | Ideal | gtlowden Pisgah | ||
| Bracken Mountain Trail | Oct 25, 2026 @ 11:10am (America/New_York) Oct 25, 2026 | Unknown | ccengland | ||
| Farlow Gap | Oct 23, 2026 @ 6:03pm (America/New_York) Oct 23, 2026 | Ideal | gtlowden Pisgah | ||
| Lower Cat Gap | Oct 22, 2026 @ 3:13pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 22, 2026 | Ideal | hENDUROson | ||
| Lower Butter Gap | Oct 22, 2026 @ 3:13pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 22, 2026 | Ideal | hENDUROson | ||
| Butter Gap | Oct 22, 2026 @ 3:13pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 22, 2026 | Ideal | hENDUROson | ||
| Searcy Connector | Oct 22, 2026 @ 3:13pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 22, 2026 | Ideal | hENDUROson | ||
| Searcy Creek Road | Oct 22, 2026 @ 3:13pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 22, 2026 | Ideal | hENDUROson | ||
| Davidson River Trail | Oct 22, 2026 @ 3:13pm (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 22, 2026 | Ideal | hENDUROson |
Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
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| BearChuck75 | wishlist | route | activity #106788058 | Oct 28, 2026 @ 10:20pm 11 hours |
| hiyabird | wishlist | trail | activity #106783876 | Oct 28, 2026 @ 6:42pm 15 hours |
| hiyabird | wishlist | trail | activity #106768574 | Oct 28, 2026 @ 2:15pm 19 hours |
| Jasonm8kTla | ridden | trail | activity #106643929 | Oct 26, 2026 @ 12:09pm 3 days |
| gtlowden | add | report | activity #106642604 | Oct 26, 2026 @ 11:46am 3 days |
Recent Comments
| username | type | title | comment | date |
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| report | Wow, that’s amazing. Thank you so much! | Oct 23, 2026 @ 6:48pm Oct 23, 2026 | ||
| report | Thanks for the deets! - all cleared (plus a... | Oct 23, 2026 @ 3:06pm Oct 23, 2026 | ||
| trail | The trail from Turkey Pen to Middle Black is... | Oct 19, 2026 @ 7:30am Oct 19, 2026 | ||
| trail | The trail from Turkey Pen to Middle Black is... | Oct 19, 2026 @ 7:26am Oct 19, 2026 | ||
| trail | I'd call this XC mixed with flow trail. It's... | Oct 15, 2026 @ 6:54pm Oct 15, 2026 |
Local Badges
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Full Black - Full Enchilada 2.0350 awarded -
The Farlow Badge248 awarded -
10 Black Trails735 awarded -
10 Black Trails866 awarded -
Completionist - Life Time0 awarded -
Top 10 Trails33 awarded
Activity Type Stats
| activitytype | trails | distance | descent | descent distance | total vertical | rating | global rank | state rank | photos | reports | routes | activity logs |
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| Mountain Bike | 143 | 300 miles | 47,251 ft | 132 miles | 4,767 ft | #198 | #3 | 1,973 | 3,914 | 180 | 90,217 | |
| E-Bike | 26 | 57 miles | 7,927 ft | 21 miles | 3,366 ft | #2,721 | #19 | 2,544 | 1 | 1,898 | ||
| Gravel Bike | 76 | 162 miles | 18,701 ft | 61 miles | 5,052 ft | #326 | #4 | 3 | 663 | 5 | 424 | |
| Adaptive Bike | 14 | 12 miles | 1,421 ft | 6 miles | 2,172 ft | #2,223 | #8 | 117 | 1 | 6 | ||
| Winter Fat Bike | 14 | 10 miles | 1,496 ft | 5 miles | 1,683 ft | #1,621 | #7 | 12 | 1 | |||
| Horse | 33 | 98 miles | 11,030 ft | 32 miles | 4,692 ft | #478 | #5 | 829 | 7 | |||
| Hike | 249 | 528 miles | 107,054 ft | 243 miles | 5,161 ft | #144 | #1 | 179 | 3,956 | 24 | 14,189 | |
| Trail Running | 247 | 523 miles | 106,175 ft | 240 miles | 5,161 ft | #153 | #1 | 8 | 3,955 | 25 | 4,384 | |
| Dirtbike/Moto | 7 | 34 miles | 4,334 ft | 10 miles | 3,337 ft | #630 | #1 | 395 | 8 | |||
| Observed Trials | 7 | 34 miles | 4,334 ft | 10 miles | 3,337 ft | #38 | #1 | 19 | 14 | |||
| ATV/ORV/OHV | 11 | 43 miles | 5,778 ft | 16 miles | 4,741 ft | #396 | #1 | 2 | 396 | 11 | ||
| Snowmobile | 3 | 20 miles | 522 ft | 2 miles | 2,923 ft | #83 | #1 | 9 | 1 | |||
| Snowshoe | 18 | 41 miles | 3,986 ft | 11 miles | 2,349 ft | #407 | #1 | 141 | 5 | |||
| Backcountry Ski | 16 | 25 miles | 3,976 ft | 10 miles | 1,781 ft | #321 | #1 | 124 | 12 | |||
| Nordic Ski | 18 | 41 miles | 3,986 ft | 11 miles | 2,349 ft | #449 | #1 | 141 | 7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Brevard?
Brevard has 8 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Brevard?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Brevard are:
- Black Mountain Trail (Lower) (4.7/5)
- Black Mountain Trail (Middle) (4.6/5)
- Bennett Gap Trail (4.5/5)
- Buckwheat Knob Trail (4.4/5)
- Pilot Rock (4.4/5)
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Where can I park to ride in Brevard?
There are 44 parking locations listed in Brevard. The most popular parking spots are:
- Horse Stables - Parking
- Thrift CoveTrailhead Parking
- Art Loeb Trailhead Parking
- Cove Creek Camp Parking
- Parking
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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.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Brevard?
The best hiking trails in Brevard are: View all hiking trails sorted by popularity score.
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Brevard?
The best trail running trails in Brevard are:
- North Slope Connector
- Black Mountain Trail (Lower)
- Grassy Cove Top Trail
- Mount Pisgah Trail
- North Slope
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How many trails are in Brevard?
Brevard has a total of 250 trails. Of those, 143 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Brevard to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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)
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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.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Brevard?
Yes, there are 3 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Brevard. Some popular viewpoints include: Explore more points of interest to find trails with the best views.
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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.
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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.
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Are the trails open in Brevard?
The overall region status for Brevard is Minor Issue / Yellow. Out of 174 trails:
- Clear / Green: 110
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 53
- Significant Issue / Amber: 11
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What are the trail conditions in Brevard?
Based on trail reports from the past week in Brevard:
- Ideal: 8 trails
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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.
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What are the most popular mountain biking routes in Brevard?
The most popular mountain biking routes in Brevard are:
- BikeTransylvania: Maxwell to Black Mountain trail
- #11- Clawhammer/Middle/Lower Black -Roam Fest East Crankjoy Route
- Avery->Clawhammer->Maxwell->Middle->Lower->Grassy->Sycamore
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What is the highest summit in Brevard?
The highest summit in Brevard is Black Balsam Knob at 6,211 ft elevation.
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What are the top sights to see in Brevard?
There are 2 notable sights in Brevard. Some of the top sights include: Explore all points of interest in Brevard.
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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)
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What are some popular technical trail features in Brevard?
There are 2 technical trail features (TTFs) in Brevard. Some popular features include: View all technical trail features in Brevard.
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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.
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Are there local clubs or events in Brevard?
There are 3 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.
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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.
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Brevard?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Brevard are:
- Black Mountain Trail (Middle)
- Black Mountain Trail (Lower)
- Searcy Connector
- Avery Creek Trail
- Lanning Ridge Trail
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What are the best beginner ride trails in Brevard?
The best beginner mountain biking trails in Brevard are:
- Lower Cat Gap (4.4/5)
- Grassy Road Trail (4.2/5)
- Brevard Greenway (5/5)
Activities
- Brevard Mountain Biking Trails
- Brevard E-Biking Trails
- Brevard Gravel Biking Trails
- Brevard Adaptive Biking Trails
- Brevard Winter Fat Biking Trails
- Brevard Horseback Trails
- Brevard Hiking Trails
- Brevard Trail Running Trails
- Brevard Dirtbiking Trails
- Brevard Observed Trials Trails
- Brevard ATVing/Offroading Trails
- Brevard Snowshoeing Trails
- Brevard Backcountry Skiing Trails
- Brevard Nordic Skiing Trails
Trails
Points of Interest
- L Blk Bridge #3
- Long, Log Skinny TTF
- L Blk Bridge #2
- L Blk Bridge #4
- Sam Knob Summit
- [water crossing] Musterground Road water crossing Other
- [water crossing] water crossing Other
- [water crossing] water crossing Other
- [water crossing] water crossing Other
- Black Balsam Knob (6,211 ft)
- Tennent Mountain (6,063 ft)
- Sam Knob (6,040 ft)
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