Mt Sterling, Baxter Creek Trail (NC)

Haywood County, North Carolina, United States

12.1 miles (19.5 km) · 4,157 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Mt Sterling, Baxter Creek Trail (NC) is a 12.1-mile loop route in Haywood County, North Carolina, United States, gaining 4,157 feet of elevation. The route follows a up-and-over elevation profile. The terrain breaks into 2 distinct sections including 1 significant climb. The longest climb covers 6.1 miles gaining 4,157 feet at an average 13.0% grade. Only 17% of the terrain is runnable — expect substantial hiking throughout. The route opens with a climb and finishes with a descent.