Ivestor Gap Trail
Graveyard Fields
moderate · 4.2 mi · +600 ft · ~2h · 55 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: Shining Rock Wilderness, forest, moderate
Ivestor Gap Trail is a moderate 4.2-mile hike in Graveyard Fields, about 55 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 2h with 600 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Moderate trail through the heart of the Shining Rock Wilderness.
Trailhead
35.3423, -82.8534
Make a day of it
- Rocky Face Tavern (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 7.5 mi from the trailhead
- Corky's Dawg House (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 9.5 mi from the trailhead
- 185 King Street (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 9.8 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Ivestor Gap Trail take?
About 2h for the 4.2-mile hike, with 600 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Ivestor Gap Trail?
It's rated moderate: 4.2 miles with 600 ft of climbing.
How far is Ivestor Gap Trail from Asheville?
About 55 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Graveyard Fields.
Is Ivestor Gap Trail dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
Similar trails
- Trombatore Trail: moderate · 3.6 mi · +600 ft · ~1h 45m · 12 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Spencer Branch Trail: moderate · 3.2 mi · +500 ft · ~1h 30m · 28 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Yellow Gap Trail: moderate · 2.6 mi · +500 ft · ~1h 15m · 35 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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