The Visitor Center Trail has a maximum elevation of 1,418 ft., a minimum elevation of 1,381 ft. and an elevation range of 37 ft.
[ A to B ] or [ B to A ] | |||
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Length 2 | Min Ele 3 | Max Ele 4 | Range 5 |
0.4 mi | 1,381 ft | 1,418 ft | 37 ft |
[ A to B ] | |||
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Time 6 | Floors 7 | Gain 8 | Loss 9 |
14 min | 3.2 | 39 ft | 48 ft |
[ B to A ] | |||
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Time | Floors | Gain | Loss |
14 min | 4.0 | 48 ft | 39 ft |
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.
Download the PDF Visitor Center Trail topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.
What is the length of the Visitor Center Trail?
The length of the trail is 0.4 miles (0.6 km) or 907 steps.
How long does it take to hike the Visitor Center Trail?
A person in good physical health can hike the trail in 14 minutes in one direction and in 14 minutes in the opposite direction.
Prevent tick bites: Treat clothing and gear, such as boots, pants, socks and tents with products containing 0.5% permethrin.
(cdc.gov)