Pump Gap Loop via Mountains-to-Sea
moderate · 3.4 mi · +650 ft · ~1h 45m · 8 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: MST, loop, close to town
Pump Gap Loop via Mountains-to-Sea is a moderate 3.4-mile hike, about 8 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 1h 45m with 650 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Convenient MST loop accessible from north Asheville.
Trailhead
35.5934, -82.5312
Make a day of it
- Cornerstone (Restaurants, ★ 4.4) — 0.0 mi from the trailhead
- Crab Du Jour - Asheville (Restaurants, ★ 4.3) — 0.0 mi from the trailhead
- Suwana Asian Cuisine (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 0.2 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Pump Gap Loop via Mountains-to-Sea take?
About 1h 45m for the 3.4-mile hike, with 650 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Pump Gap Loop via Mountains-to-Sea?
It's rated moderate: 3.4 miles with 650 ft of climbing.
How far is Pump Gap Loop via Mountains-to-Sea from Asheville?
About 8 min by car from downtown Asheville.
Is Pump Gap Loop via Mountains-to-Sea dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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- Bridal Veil Falls at Dupont: moderate · 4.8 mi · +600 ft · ~2h 15m · 35 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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