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4.6 miles
Distance
235 ft
Climb
-236 ft
Descent
00:47:44
Avg time
29 ft
Altitude min
66 ft
Altitude max
65 ft
Altitude start
66 ft
Altitude end
-13.1%
Grade max
12.2%
Grade min
2 miles
Distance climb
2 miles
Distance down
1 mile
Distance flat
00:47:44
Avg time

Swamp Loop Details

  • Activities
    • Mountain Bike
  • Riding Area
    Bicycle Post Trails
    Greenville, North Carolina
  • Difficulty Rating
  • Local Popularity
    5 in Mountain Biking
  • Global Ranking
    #144988 in Mountain Biking
  • Trail Type
    Singletrack
  • Bike Type
    AM, XC
  • Direction
    Both Directions
  • Dogs Allowed
    Yes

Swamp loop is the main trail around the Bicycle Post Trails; almost all other loops extend off of this main trail. It is the easiest trail at the BPT. It can be ridden in both directions.

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Feb 17, 2024 @ 10:05pm
Feb 17, 2024
We have been informed that effective immediately the Bicycle Post trail has been temporarily closed by the land owners. Arrangements are being...
Feb 17, 2024 @ 10:03pm
Feb 17, 2024
We have been informed that effective immediately the Bicycle Post trail has been temporarily closed by the land owners. Arrangements are being...
Mar 18, 2023 @ 11:29am
Mar 18, 2023
Jan 14, 2023 @ 11:01am
Jan 14, 2023
Nov 20, 2022 @ 4:22am
Nov 20, 2022
Large sections of the trail were cleared yesterday but still pretty leafy in parts.
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        Frequently Asked Questions About Swamp Loop

        Where is Swamp Loop located?
        Swamp Loop is located in Bicycle Post Trails, Greenville, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Bicycle Post Trails trail network. The trailhead is located at coordinates 35.68435, -77.50133.
        How hard is Swamp Loop?
        Swamp Loop is rated as Blue difficulty.
        What is the elevation gain for Swamp Loop?
        Swamp Loop has 235 ft of elevation gain. The trail has 236 ft of elevation descent. The elevation ranges from 29 ft to 66 ft.
        Is Swamp Loop a point to point trail?
        Swamp Loop is not a point to point trail. The direction is Both Directions. The trail type is singletrack.
        How long is Swamp Loop?
        Swamp Loop is 4.6 miles long. The trail type is singletrack.
        Are dogs allowed on Swamp Loop?
        Yes, dogs are allowed on Swamp Loop. Please keep dogs on a leash where required and clean up after them.
        When is the best time of year to ride Swamp Loop?
        Based on activity log data, the most popular months to ride Swamp Loop are:
        • April (15 activities)
        • March (13 activities)
        • May (10 activities)
        Check the reports page for current trail conditions.
        How do I access Swamp Loop? Where is the closest parking trailhead?
        The closest parking and trailhead locations to Swamp Loop are: View all parking locations in the area.
        How long does it take to ride Swamp Loop?
        Based on recorded activities, it takes an average of 49 minutes to ride Swamp Loop. The trail is 4.6 miles long. Actual times will vary based on fitness level, conditions, and pace. View recent activity logs for more details.
        How busy is Swamp Loop?
        Swamp Loop is a less popular trail with lighter traffic. There have been 212 recorded activities on this trail. The trail has received 274 check-ins. View recent activity on this trail.

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