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7.3 miles
Distance
1,308 ft
Climb
-1,313 ft
Descent
2,455 ft
High Point
-7 ft
Altitude change
1,263 ft
Altitude min
1,270 ft
Altitude start
1,263 ft
Altitude end
-51.9%
Grade max
37.6%
Grade min
5 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
1,125 ft
Distance flat
Watch out for the sinkhole jump, it can come up quick. The jump is sizeable so it is best to scout it out before sending it.
This route starts off with a climb up to the top of a ridge. Once at the ridge top, you make a right turn to get on the fire road and continue until you reach the start point of the trail. The entrance to the trail is unmarked, so be on the look out. This trail is tons of fun, and worth the climb.
Detailed Description
Sinkhole Loop is a 7 mile popular expert route located near Morganton North Carolina. This mountain bike primary route can be used both directions and has a moderate overall physical rating. This route includes 1 trails. This route climbs 1,308 ft with a max elevation of 2,455 ft then descends -1,313 ft.
Trail Issues on Route
- Minor Issue / Yellow: 1 trail (newest: Oct 9, 2026)
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Stats
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Distance7 miles
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Altitude min1,263 ft
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Altitude start1,270 ft
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Altitude end1,263 ft
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Climb1,308 ft
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Descent-1,313 ft
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Grade max-51.9%
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Grade min37.6%
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Distance climb5 miles
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Distance down3 miles
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Distance flat1,125 ft
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Primary ActivityMountain Bike
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Difficulty ratingBlack Diamond
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Route TypeLoop
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Bike typeDH, AM, XC
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DirectionBoth Directions
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Physical ratingModerate
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24 Hour Mountain Bike Trip to Wilson Creek - Pisgah National Forest
trail: Holly Springs (Sinkhole)
2:27 | 219 | comments: 0 | favs:
Jan 11, 2020
The Misfit Mountainerds decided to make a 24 hour mountain bike trip to the Wilson Creek area of Pisgah National Forest. About Misfit Mountain: We...
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| status | trail | date | condition | description |
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Oct 9, 2026 @ 10:59am (America/Kentucky/Monticello) Oct 9, 2026 | Multiple trees down in multiple sections, keep your heads up and you'll be fine |
- By ElijahVan & contributors
- #33145 - 2,121 views
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