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2.8 miles
Distance
94 ft
Climb
-1,279 ft
Descent
00:40:54
Avg time
-1,185 ft
Altitude change
2,326 ft
Altitude min
3,562 ft
Altitude max
3,511 ft
Altitude start
2,326 ft
Altitude end
-8%
Grade
-47.3%
Grade max
15.3%
Grade min
2,178 ft
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
00:40:54
Avg time
Bennett Gap Trail Details
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Activities
- Mountain Bike
- Hike
- Trail Running
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Riding AreaPisgah Brevard Area Trails
Brevard, North Carolina -
Ref Number#138
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Difficulty Rating
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Voted DifficultyDouble Black Diamond (2 votes)
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Local Popularity90 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 55 in Trail Running
- 60 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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DirectionDownhill PrimaryPopular Direction Shown
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Dogs AllowedYes
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eBike Allowed
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Land OwnerUSFS
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 on the downhill side. Fast if riding downhill.
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since 2016Maintainer
USFSLand Manager
Local Trail Association
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Traditionally Indigenous Territory
Recent Activity on Trail
Past Week
- 1 rides
- 16 miles average
6 Months
- 149 rides
- 17 miles avg distance
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- 943 rides
- Last: Sep 14, 2026
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9 Reviews & Comments
ajriding
Advanced trail. Definitely popular as has gotten a LOT of traffic. One super cool techy rock drop section above the middle that has a few serious roll drops with the last an optional 4 ft drop that is tricky to get lined up with speed hang out n play on this. The tree has been hit so often is dead n will b on the ground n a few yrs.
The rest below is super rooty.
I suggest 160mm fork at least for enjoyment.
The rest below is super rooty.
I suggest 160mm fork at least for enjoyment.
kNcYrL
Chunky and awesome. Two large rock features near top, but also many 12-24” drops throughout. One of the big three (with Avery and Black) for a reason.
feekstar
An actual, legit "black diamond" trail. A few rock hucks at the top that can be super tricky due to trees right after landing so most walk these couple features. After that it opens up and is tons of fun for all skill levels
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