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Grassy Ridge Trail

3.5 (4 Ratings)
A hiking and bridle trail on the eastern slopes of Pilot Mountain.
1.9
mi
Distance
313
ft
Gain
moderate
Difficulty
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Route Details

Flatter
Steeper
1.88mi
Distance
313ft
Elevation Gain
297ft
Elevation Loss
15%
Max Grade
1,130ft
High Point
964ft
Low Point
Path Type
Point to Point
Description
This short hiking and bridle trail connects the Corridor Trail with the Sauratown Trail. It can be used to create loops of varying lengths with other trails in Pilot Mountain State Park. The trail is a wide old forest road that is gently graded and makes for a pleasant hike through the NC Piedmont landscape.

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Contributors
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