The AT at Blue Ridge Gap,
Appalachian Trail Map 007

Map center is 53.8 miles from Brevard, North Carolina (NC)
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AT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Appalachian AT at Blue Ridge Gap

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

AT Map 007 (NOBO): After crossing Blue Ridge Gap, the Appalachian Trail continues north and enters North Carolina in the Nantahala National Forest. On this map the trail passes the Muskrat Creek Shelter and the Standing Indian Shelter.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the AT?
The length of this section of the AT is 16.3 miles (26.2 km) or 36,280 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
16.3 mi3,061 ft5,443 ft2,382 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
8.1 hrs3,915 ft2,414 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
7.8 hrs2,414 ft3,915 ftVS
Data Accuracy
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Data Reliability
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Calories

The following chart shows the total calories that you may expend on the trail while hiking in both directions. The chart is based on data derived from a statistical model of energy expenditure that relates gross weight, typical speed and trail topography.

Topo Maps

Download the PDF Blue Ridge Gap topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.

Adjoining 7.5' Quadrangle Legend

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  1. Northwest Topo Map: Shooting Creek, NC
  2. North Topo Map: Rainbow Springs, NC
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Prentiss, NC
  4. West Topo Map: Macedonia, GA
  5. Topo Map: Hightower Bald, GA
  6. East Topo Map: Dillard, GA
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Tray Mountain, GA
  8. South Topo Map: Lake Burton, GA
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Tiger, GA

Warnings

Prevent tick bites: Treat clothing and gear, such as boots, pants, socks and tents with products containing 0.5% permethrin. (cdc.gov)

  1. Length is the total distance of the trail section. The distance between two red diamonds is one mile.
  2. Min Ele is the minimum elevation on the trail section.
  3. Max Ele is the maximum elevation on the trail section.
  4. Range is the difference between maximum and minimum elevation.
  5. Time is the typical total time required to hike the trail.
  6. Gain (cumulative elevation gain) is the sum of every gain in elevation.
  7. Loss (cumulative elevation loss) is the sum of every loss in elevation.
  8. E = Easiest, M = Moderate, MS = Moderately Strenuous, S = Strenuous, VS = Very Strenuous.