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SaveCosby trails and routes are listed on Trailforks with interactive trail maps, difficulty ratings, photos, and user-reported trail conditions. Supported activity types include Hiking, Trail Running, Mountain Biking and E-Biking. Scenery includes views and creeks. Common trail features include bridges, berms and drops. Amenities include huts and water sources. Popular destinations include Outdoors in the Smokies MTB Trails.
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- Mountain Bike
3 trails
- E-Bike
3 trails
- Hike
15 trails
- Trail Running
15 trails
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Region Status
Open as of Oct 27, 2026Stats
- Trails (view details)
- 15
- Trails Mountain Bike
- 3
- Trails E-Bike
- 3
- Trails Gravel Bike
- 3
- Trails Hike
- 15
- Trails Trail Running
- 15
- Total Distance
- 38 miles
- Total Descent Distance
- 18 miles
- Total Descent
- 8,958 ft
- Total Vertical
- 3,489 ft
- Highest Trailhead
- 4,668 ft
- Reports
- 10
- Photos
- 15
- Completed Counter
- 627
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Popular Cosby Mountain Biking Trails
• 100 ★ 0.0 • 3 miles • 631 ft • 2 •
Popular black diamond difficulty mixed. This multi-use trail can be used one direction and has a extreme overall physical rating with a 631 ft double black diamond climb. It features berm, bridge and drop. Trail visibility is always easy to follow. On average it takes 25 minutes to complete this trail.
• 70 ★ 0.0 • 4 miles • 979 ft • 2 •
PRIVATE TRAIL facility. MUST contact owner for permission. Not a big deal, just holler [email protected] or (931)871-8948. Groomed but difficult trails. Power climbs, steep descents. Flow and features too. It's a grind, it's tough....
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Activity Feed
| username | action | type | title | date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| jimmymac828 | add | report | activity #106711551 | Oct 27, 2026 @ 2:52pm Oct 27, 2026 |
| jimmymac828 | add | report | activity #99458608 and 1 more | Jul 18, 2026 @ 9:40am Jul 18, 2026 |
| Y8koAs | ridden | trail | activity #88536060 | Feb 7, 2026 @ 5:20pm Feb 7, 2026 |
| provin1327 | add | report | activity #82660542 and 2 more | Oct 19, 2025 @ 9:57am Oct 19, 2025 |
| the-grey-fox | wishlist | region | activity #82468082 | Oct 16, 2025 @ 2:20pm Oct 16, 2025 |
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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 | 3 | 9 miles | 1,709 ft | 4 miles | 633 ft | #14,705 | #65 | 5 | 7 | 450 | ||
| E-Bike | 3 | 9 miles | 1,709 ft | 4 miles | 633 ft | #8,482 | #48 | 7 | 17 | |||
| Gravel Bike | 3 | 3 miles | 115 ft | 2 miles | 285 ft | #9,019 | #2,848 | 1 | ||||
| Hike | 15 | 38 miles | 8,957 ft | 18 miles | 3,491 ft | #1,161 | #9 | 10 | 10 | 327 | ||
| Trail Running | 15 | 38 miles | 8,957 ft | 18 miles | 3,491 ft | #5,954 | #25 | 10 | 10 |
Frequently Asked Questions
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What are the best places to ride in Cosby?
Cosby has 1 areas to explore for mountain biking. The top rated areas are:
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What are the highest rated mountain biking trails in Cosby?
The highest rated mountain biking trails in Cosby are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by rating.
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Where can I park to ride in Cosby?
There are 7 parking locations listed in Cosby. The most popular parking spots are:
- A.T. Parking: Hot Springs Trailhead Parking Area
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- A.T. Parking: Max Patch (NC Rte 1182) Parking Area
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- A.T. Parking: NC Rte 1182 Parking Area
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What is the longest trail in Cosby?
The longest trail in Cosby is Outdoors in the Smokies (XC) MTB Loop at 5.7 km. View all trails sorted by distance.
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What are the best & highest rated hiking trails in Cosby?
The best hiking trails in Cosby are:
- A.T. Side Trails: Max Patch Parking Area Side Trail 1
- A.T. Side Trails: Max Patch Parking Area Side Trail 2
- A.T. Side Trails: Davenport Gap Shelter Side Trail
- Appalachian Trail - Hot Springs
- A.T. Side Trails: Grounghog Creek Shelter Side Trail
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What are the best & highest rated trail running trails in Cosby?
The best trail running trails in Cosby are: View all trail running trails sorted by popularity score.
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How many trails are in Cosby?
Cosby has a total of 15 trails. Of those, 3 are designated for mountain biking. Browse top mountain biking trails in Cosby to find detailed information including difficulty ratings, distances, and trail conditions.
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Which trail has the most elevation gain in Cosby?
The trail with the most elevation gain in Cosby is Outdoors in the Smokies (XC) MTB Loop with 298 m of elevation gain. View all trails sorted by elevation gain.
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Which trail has the most elevation descent in Cosby?
The trail with the most elevation descent in Cosby is Outdoors in the Smokies (XC) MTB Loop with 299 m of elevation descent. View all trails sorted by elevation descent.
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What activities are most popular in Cosby?
Cosby supports the following activities: Mountain Biking, E-Biking, Hiking, Trail Running.
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Are there any trails with scenic viewpoints in Cosby?
Yes, there are 6 scenic viewpoints marked along trails in Cosby. Some popular viewpoints include:
- Vistas: Snowbird Mtn Summit Lookout Tower Vista
- USFS 3535 to Snowbird Tower Vista
- Hawks Roost Vista
- Lamb Knob Vista (NC)
- Canebrake Ridge Vista
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Are the trails open in Cosby?
Out of 5 trails:
- Clear / Green: 4
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1
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Can I ride an ebike in Cosby?
Yes, Cosby supports e-bike riding. There are 2 trails in Cosby that allow e-bikes. Check the e-bike trails listing for specific trail access details and any local regulations.
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What is the highest summit in Cosby?
The highest summit in Cosby is English Mountain at 1,106 m elevation.
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What are the most popular Strava Segments in Cosby?
The most popular Strava segments in Cosby are:
- Cosby Creek Bridge to Blessing Rd (33 athletes)
- Mailboxes to Cosby Creek Bridge (24 athletes)
- Cobbles (ha!)- Middle Creek Fork to Driveway with Brick Markers (23 athletes)
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What are the most popular mountain biking trails in Cosby?
The most popular mountain biking trails in Cosby are: View all mountain biking trails sorted by popularity.
Activities
Trails
Points of Interest
- Vistas: Snowbird Mtn Summit Lookout Tower Vista Viewpoint
- USFS 3535 to Snowbird Tower Vista Viewpoint
- A.T. Shelters: Groundhog Creek Shelter Cabin
- Hawks Roost Vista Viewpoint
- Lamb Knob Vista (NC) Viewpoint
- Canebrake Ridge Vista Viewpoint
- Deer Park Mtn Vista Viewpoint
- A.T. Shelters: Deer Park Mtn Shelter Cabin
- English Mountain (1,106 m)
- Stone Mountain (1,099 m)
- Hall Mountain (1,099 m)
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