Appalachian High Route

Madison County, North Carolina, United States

336.0 miles (540.7 km) · 31,845 ft elevation gain · Loop · trail · Route

Appalachian High Route covers 336.0 miles across Madison County, North Carolina, United States. Runners face 31,845 feet of climbing with 31,817 feet of loss. The longest climb spans 22.7 miles with 2,574 feet of gain. Elevation gain averages 98 feet per mile. The course is 90% runnable, with the remainder requiring hiking on steep or technical sections. Trail comprises the majority of the course. The course features hilly terrain. The course difficulty of 9.0 puts it in the top 40.42% of challenging routes at this distance. Popular among trail runners and hikers seeking North Carolina adventures.