Fires Creek Rim Trail (Counterclockwise)

Clay County, North Carolina, United States

24.4 miles (39.2 km) · 6,301 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Fires Creek Rim Trail (Counterclockwise) is a 24.4-mile loop route in Clay County, North Carolina, United States, gaining 6,706 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 7 distinct sections including 2 significant climbs. The longest climb covers 8.9 miles gaining 4,278 feet at an average 7.2% grade. About 48% of the terrain is runnable, with significant hiking sections. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.

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