Turkey Pen Gap Trail
Pisgah National Forest
moderate · 5.4 mi · +800 ft · ~2h 30m · 35 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: creek, horseback, forest
Turkey Pen Gap Trail is a moderate 5.4-mile hike in Pisgah National Forest, about 35 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 2h 30m with 800 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Creekside trail shared with equestrians in the Davidson River area.
Trailhead
35.2889, -82.6978
Make a day of it
- Corky's Dawg House (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 1.7 mi from the trailhead
- Ecusta Brewing Company (Breweries, ★ 4.6) — 1.7 mi from the trailhead
- Gordingo's (Restaurants, ★ 4.8) — 1.7 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Turkey Pen Gap Trail take?
About 2h 30m for the 5.4-mile hike, with 800 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Turkey Pen Gap Trail?
It's rated moderate: 5.4 miles with 800 ft of climbing.
How far is Turkey Pen Gap Trail from Asheville?
About 35 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Pisgah National Forest.
Is Turkey Pen Gap Trail dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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- Spencer Branch Trail: moderate · 3.2 mi · +500 ft · ~1h 30m · 28 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Avery Creek Trail: moderate · 6 mi · +900 ft · ~3h · 35 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Goldmine Loop Trail: moderate · 3.4 mi · +450 ft · ~1h 30m · 1h 15m from downtown · Dog friendly
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