Middle Prong Wilderness Trail
Shining Rock Wilderness
moderate · 5.2 mi · +700 ft · ~2h 30m · 50 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: wilderness, creek, backcountry
Middle Prong Wilderness Trail is a moderate 5.2-mile hike in Shining Rock Wilderness, about 50 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 2h 30m with 700 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Backcountry trail through the Middle Prong Wilderness area.
Trailhead
35.3823, -82.8789
Make a day of it
- Rocky Face Tavern (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 5.8 mi from the trailhead
- Clyde's Restaurant (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 9.3 mi from the trailhead
- Assembly on Main (Restaurants, ★ 4.3) — 9.3 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Middle Prong Wilderness Trail take?
About 2h 30m for the 5.2-mile hike, with 700 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Middle Prong Wilderness Trail?
It's rated moderate: 5.2 miles with 700 ft of climbing.
How far is Middle Prong Wilderness Trail from Asheville?
About 50 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Shining Rock Wilderness.
Is Middle Prong Wilderness Trail dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
Similar trails
- Wash Creek Trail: moderate · 5.8 mi · +900 ft · ~3h · 28 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Fletcher Creek Trail: moderate · 4 mi · +600 ft · ~1h 45m · 28 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Spencer Branch Trail: moderate · 3.2 mi · +500 ft · ~1h 30m · 28 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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