The AT at Tellico Gap,
Appalachian Trail Map 010

Map center is 47.3 miles from Brevard, North Carolina (NC)
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AT Map V22.02
Trails National Scenic Trails Appalachian AT at Tellico Gap

Elevation

SOURCE: METI, NASA, PICKATRAIL, USGS

AT Map 010 (NOBO): On this map the Appalachian Trail passes the Cold Spring Shelter and Wesser Bald Shelter at Fork Mountain. Shortly thereafter, the trail crosses the Swain-Macon county line on the way north to Wesser.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is the length of this section of the AT?
The length of this section of the AT is 14.6 miles (23.5 km) or 32,752 steps.

Metrics

Boundaries
Length 1Min Ele 2Max Ele 3Range 4
14.6 mi2,589 ft5,177 ft2,588 ft
Northbound
Time 5Gain 6Loss 7Rating 8
7.0 hrs2,246 ft4,115 ftVS
Southbound
TimeGainLossRating
7.7 hrs4,115 ft2,246 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 Tellico 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: Hewitt, NC
  2. North Topo Map: Wesser, NC
  3. Northeast Topo Map: Alarka, NC
  4. West Topo Map: Topton, NC
  5. Topo Map: Wayah Bald, NC
  6. East Topo Map: Franklin, NC
  7. Southwest Topo Map: Shooting Creek, NC
  8. South Topo Map: Rainbow Springs, NC
  9. Southeast Topo Map: Prentiss, NC

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.