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7.8 miles
Distance
1,248 ft
Climb
-1,251 ft
Descent
1,056 ft
High Point
-3 ft
Altitude change
695 ft
Altitude min
822 ft
Altitude start
820 ft
Altitude end
-48.3%
Grade max
38.7%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb
3 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat

4C's Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Carter Caves State Resort Park
    Olive Hill, Kentucky
  • AKA
    Carter Caves Cross Country Trail
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Hiking [+]
    • 75 in Trail Running
  • Global Ranking
    #160927 in Hiking [+]
    • #22929 in Trail Running
  • State Ranking
    #541 in Hiking · Kentucky [+]
    • #96 in Trail Running
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Land Owner
    Kentucky State Parks

One of our longer hiking trails that visits the park’s backcountry. Two suspension bridges are found on this 8.3-mile trail. Johnson Home place is a backcountry campsite that requires a permit. A short portion of this trail is within Tygart State Forest and allows equestrian and mountain bike use. Avoid this section of the trail or wear blaze orange during designated hunting seasons. Orange blazes mark the trail.

source: 4C's (Carter Caves Cross Country Trail)
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is 4C's located?
      4C's is located in Carter Caves State Resort Park, Olive Hill, Kentucky, United States. It is part of the Carter Caves State Resort Park trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 38.37766, -83.12195.
      ▼ How hard is 4C's?
      4C's is rated as Blue difficulty.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for 4C's?
      4C's has 1,248 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 1,251 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 695 ft to 1,056 ft.
      ▼ Is 4C's a point to point trail?
      4C's is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is 4C's?
      4C's is 7.8 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on 4C's?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on 4C's. Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access 4C's? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to 4C's are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to hike 4C's?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 2 hours 33 minutes to hike 4C's. The trail is 7.8 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is 4C's?
      4C's is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 15 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 15 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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