McQueen's Gap

Total Miles 5.9
Technical Rating
2 Easy
Best Time Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter
Trail Type Full-Width Road
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Trail Overview

This is the only unpaved route across South Holston Mountain. There are many off shoot trails that are open seasonally, but the main route isn't ever closed. You can access the Appalachian Trail from the precipice of the trail. There is an old sand mine coming up from the Denton Valley side, and many other areas to explore. Certain areas of the route, mainly towards the top are narrow and require a vehicle to pull to the shoulder to pass. There are blind curves, so please be courteous and careful.

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Difficulty

Route varies in difficulty with weather. There is a large change in elevation and the route can be much more challenging during times of inclement weather such as snow and ice.

Technical Rating

2

Status Reports

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William Guill
Jun 22, 2026
Open
Large tree over road at the summit. Higher vehicles may not be able to fit under.
Mark Henry
Mar 20, 2026
Open
Mostly easy with some rocky areas wit great views at the top.
larry childers
Jan 03, 2026
Open
Had a few trees down but were cut back, still in trail a little
Ryan Storzbach
Apr 19, 2025
Open
Joey H
Feb 04, 2025
Open
larry childers
Nov 28, 2024
Open
Easy and smooth in spots. Little rough here and there nothing bad.
Rob Lilley
Sep 21, 2024
Open
Road is in good shape. Watch for loose dogs at the properties at either end. We had dogs literally throw themselves at our vehicle snarling causing considerable paint damage. Can't imagine what they would do to someone on two wheels. Limited camping, the one decent spot we saw was completely trashed. Overall trail rating: Sketchy.
Corey "CoKo" Korpela
Sep 08, 2024
Open
Good conditions. Some new gravel that is soft.
Jon Lester
Jun 29, 2024
Open
Super easy road! Nice ride through the mountains.
Chris Houston
Sep 27, 2023
Open
Zack Fillers
Aug 26, 2023
Open
Corey "CoKo" Korpela
May 07, 2023
Open

McQueen's Gap Trail can be accessed by the following ride types:

  • High Clearance
  • Full Width

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