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2,369 ft
Distance
41 ft
Climb
-97 ft
Descent
00:04:33
Avg time
-56 ft
Altitude change
403 ft
Altitude min
458 ft
Altitude max
458 ft
Altitude start
404 ft
Altitude end
-2.4%
Grade
-28.8%
Grade max
19.7%
Grade min
774 ft
Distance climb
1,257 ft
Distance down
262 ft
Distance flat
00:04:33
Avg time

Catullo Run Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
    • Hike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Briar Chapel
    Pittsboro, North Carolina
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    70 in Mountain Biking heatmap [+]
    • 85 in Trail Running
    • 100 in Hiking
  • Global Ranking
    #215865 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • #111802 in Trail Running
    • #88824 in Hiking
  • State Ranking
    #1,087 in Mountain Biking · North Carolina [+]
    • #1,159 in Trail Running
    • #1,184 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Climb Difficulty
    Blue
  • Physical Rating
    Moderate
  • Trail Visibility
    Always easy to follow
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

Note: Catullo Run used to have a gravel lot. That lot has been removed. If parking in this area, follow street signage.

Catullo Run is a wide, multi-use trail linking Catullo Road to the main BC system at the Pokeberry Creek bridge. Formerly another access point with a gravel lot, now part of a stacked loop. Mostly easy ride through the BC hardwood forest with newly minted swoopy switchbacks and fun alt lines that edges out the blue rating but won't trouble most riders. Suitable for all trail users including hikers, runners, and beginner cyclists. Best ridden downhill from Catullo Run to BC Main Loop — climb up BC Nature Trail Connector first for a fun, low-commitment lap. Starts at the Catullo Road access and ends at the Pokeberry Creek bridge, connecting to the BC Nature Trail Connector and BC Main Loop.

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Bridges

Local Trail Association

Traditionally Indigenous Territory

Recent Activity on Trail

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  • 2 rides
  • 6 miles average
6 Months
  • 84 rides
  • 9 miles avg distance
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  • 126 rides
  • Last: Nov 11, 2026
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      Frequently Asked Questions

      ▼ Where is Catullo Run located?
      Catullo Run 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 35.82025, -79.09751.
      ▼ How hard is Catullo Run?
      Catullo Run is rated as Blue difficulty. The physical rating is Moderate. The average grade is 2.4%. The climb difficulty is rated Blue.
      ▼ What is the elevation gain for Catullo Run?
      Catullo Run has 41 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 97 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 403 ft to 458 ft.
      ▼ How long is Catullo Run?
      Catullo Run is 2,369 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
      ▼ Are dogs allowed on Catullo Run?
      Yes, dogs are allowed on Catullo Run. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
      ▼ When is the best time of year to ride Catullo Run?
      Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Catullo Run are:
      • August (23 activities)
      • September (16 activities)
      • June (15 activities)
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      ▼ How do I access Catullo Run? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
      The closest parking and trailhead locations to Catullo Run are: View all parking locations in the area.
      ▼ How long does it take to ride Catullo Run?
      Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 5 minutes to ride Catullo Run. The trail is 2,369 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
      ▼ How busy is Catullo Run?
      Catullo Run is a very popular trail. There have been 460 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 496 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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