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2,126 ft
Distance
17 ft
Climb
-156 ft
Descent
00:01:47
Avg time
-139 ft
Altitude change
1,754 ft
Altitude min
1,910 ft
Altitude max
1,893 ft
Altitude start
1,755 ft
Altitude end
-6.6%
Grade
-41%
Grade max
10.8%
Grade min
246 ft
Distance climb
1,565 ft
Distance down
312 ft
Distance flat
00:01:47
Avg time

Trail Details

  • Activities
    • Hike
    • Mountain Bike
    • E-Bike
    • Trail Running
  • Riding Area
    Tanasi Trail System
    Ducktown, Tennessee
  • AKA
    Benton MacKaye Trail (S-11)
  • Difficulty Rating
    Green Rate
  • Local Popularity
    85 in Mountain Biking [+]
    • 85 in E-Biking
    • 95 in Trail Running
    • 5 in Hiking
  • Hiking SAC Scale
    T1 Hiking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

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Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT) is a 2,126 ft popular green difficulty singletrack trail located near Ducktown Tennessee. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. On average it takes 1 minutes to complete this trail.

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Traditionally Indigenous Territory

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  • 15 miles average
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  • 29 miles avg distance
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Mar 29, 2025 @ 9:47am
Mar 29, 2025
Aug 12, 2024 @ 7:25am
Aug 12, 2024
 Small tree across trail. About 6” max diameter
Jun 15, 2024 @ 10:16am
Jun 15, 2024
 Several trees down from Mays storm. Several already cleaned up, but more to go.
Dec 29, 2023 @ 5:01am
Dec 29, 2023
Nov 24, 2023 @ 8:13am
Nov 24, 2023
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        Frequently Asked Questions

        ▼ Where is Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT) located?
        Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT) is located in Tanasi Trail System, Ducktown, Tennessee, United States. It is part of the Tanasi Trail System trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 35.05927, -84.48785.
        ▼ How hard is Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT)?
        Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT) is rated as Green difficulty. The average grade is 6.6%.
        ▼ What is the elevation gain for Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT)?
        Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT) has 17 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 156 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 1,754 ft to 1,910 ft.
        ▼ Is Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT) a point to point trail?
        Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT) is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ How long is Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT)?
        Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT) is 2,126 ft long. The trail type is singletrack.
        ▼ Are dogs allowed on Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT)?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT). Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        ▼ How do I access Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT)? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT) are: View all parking locations in the area.
        ▼ How long does it take to ride Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT)?
        The estimated time to ride Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT) is approximately 2 minutes. The trail is 2,126 ft long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace.
        ▼ How busy is Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT)?
        Chestnut Mountain Loop (BMT) is a very popular trail. There have been 648 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 703 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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