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1.0 mile
Distance
216 ft
Climb
-103 ft
Descent
00:12:56
Avg time
113 ft
Altitude change
414 ft
Altitude min
545 ft
Altitude max
414 ft
Altitude start
528 ft
Altitude end
2.1%
Grade
-26.2%
Grade max
16.4%
Grade min
3,609 ft
Distance climb
1,476 ft
Distance down
427 ft
Distance flat
00:12:56
Avg time
Bennett Mountain Details
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- Trail Running
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Riding AreaBriar Chapel
Pittsboro, North Carolina -
Difficulty Rating
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Local Popularity55 in Mountain Biking [+]
- 5 in Trail Running
- 70 in Hiking
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Trail TypeSingletrack
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Dogs AllowedYes
Bennett Mountain is BC's crown jewel — a rocky, technical out-and-back (being redesigned as a loop) that earns its reputation as the hardest trail in the system. The climb is relentless and unforgiving, with exposed Piedmont rock, rooty sections, and sustained steep grades that will test even fit riders. The descent rewards commitment: multiple optional lines branch off the main track, offering rock rides, ladder bridges, and drops ranging from intermediate to advanced. The trail winds through mature hardwood forest on its namesake "mountain" and away from the neighborhood, giving it a wilder, more remote feel than the rest of the BC system. Best suited for experienced riders comfortable with technical features and no mandatory bail options; beginners should stay on the BC Main Loop or bypass this using BC Nature Trail. Connects to the Herndon Loop and BC Nature Trail on the east side and the BC Main Loop and BC Nature Trail near the long wooden bridge on the west side.
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Triangle Off-Road CyclistsMaintainer
Traditionally Indigenous Territory
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- 1 rides
- 16 miles average
6 Months
- 18 rides
- 13 miles avg distance
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- 191 rides
- Last: Jun 29, 2026
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Directions to bennett-mountain trailhead
(35.827420, -79.099370)
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bennett Mountain
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Where is Bennett Mountain located?
Bennett Mountain is located in Briar Chapel, Pittsboro, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Briar Chapel trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 35.82742, -79.09937.
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How hard is Bennett Mountain?
Bennett Mountain is rated as Black Diamond difficulty. The average grade is 2.1%.
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What is the elevation gain for Bennett Mountain?
Bennett Mountain has 216 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 103 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 414 ft to 545 ft.
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How long is Bennett Mountain?
Bennett Mountain is 1.0 mile long. The trail type is singletrack.
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