more stats
2.8 miles
Distance
1,822 ft
Climb
4,929 ft
High Point
1,822 ft
Altitude change
3,107 ft
Altitude min
3,107 ft
Altitude start
4,928 ft
Altitude end
12.4%
Grade
1%
Grade max
66.3%
Grade min
3 miles
Distance climb

Beech Gap Trail (BMT) Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Horse
    • Trail Running
  • AKA
    Benton MacKaye Trail (S-24)
  • Difficulty Rating
    Blue Rate
  • Local Popularity
    45 in Hiking [+]
    • 60 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Horseback
  • Global Ranking
    #51815 in Hiking [+]
    • #30260 in Trail Running
    • #34801 in Horseback
  • State Ranking
    #819 in Hiking · North Carolina [+]
    • #367 in Trail Running
    • #201 in Horseback
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Land Owner
    Great Smoky Mountains National Park
  • OSM Way
    #167431716

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Beech Gap Trail (BMT) is a 3 mile blue difficulty singletrack trail located near Bryson City North Carolina. It has jumps. This hike primary trail can be used both directions.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Beech Gap Trail (BMT) located?
      Beech Gap Trail (BMT) is located in Bryson City, North Carolina, United States. The trailhead is located at coordinates 35.62126, -83.21087.
      ▼ How hard is Beech Gap Trail (BMT)?
      Beech Gap Trail (BMT) is rated as Blue difficulty. The average grade is 12.4%.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Beech Gap Trail (BMT)?
      Beech Gap Trail (BMT) has 1,822 ft of elevation gain. The elevation ranges from 3,107 ft to 4,929 ft.
      ▼ Is Beech Gap Trail (BMT) a point to point trail?
      Beech Gap Trail (BMT) is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ How long is Beech Gap Trail (BMT)?
      Beech Gap Trail (BMT) is 2.8 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Beech Gap Trail (BMT)?
      There is no information about dogs being allowed on Beech Gap Trail (BMT). Check with local trail managers or the trail page for the latest access rules.
      ▼ How do I access Beech Gap Trail (BMT)? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Beech Gap Trail (BMT) are:
      ▼ How busy is Beech Gap Trail (BMT)?
      Beech Gap Trail (BMT) is a moderately popular trail. There have been 8 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 9 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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