Edmonson County, Kentucky, United States
34.9 miles (56.1 km) · 3,812 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route
The Mammoth Cave National Park Backcountry Circuit (KY) route traverses 34.9 miles through Edmonson County, Kentucky, United States. Elevation gain totals 3,812 feet, with 3,818 feet of descent. Vertical rate measures 115 feet of gain per mile. About 83% of the distance is runnable terrain. Terrain is predominantly trail. Technical difficulty: very hilly. This route ranks at the 47.88th percentile for difficulty among similar distances. The route draws trail runners and hikers interested in technical terrain in Kentucky.
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