Mountains-to-Sea Trail Alternate

Burke County, North Carolina, United States

4.6 miles (7.4 km) · 740 ft elevation gain · Point to Point · trail · Route

Mountains-to-Sea Trail Alternate is a 4.6 mile point-to-point route located in Burke County, North Carolina, United States. The route climbs 740 feet and descends 531 feet. The largest climb extends 2.1 miles, gaining 111 feet. The course averages 162 feet of vertical gain per mile. 74% of the route can be run, with walking required on steeper grades. Surface conditions are primarily trail. Terrain difficulty is rated as very hilly. Difficulty is rated 9.0 out of 10, placing it in the 59.99th percentile. This route serves both trail runners training for ultras and hikers exploring North Carolina.