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Big East Fork Trail route map
DifficultOut and Back
North Carolina

Big East Fork Trail

Canton, North Carolina

6.7 mi

Distance

1,988 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 38m

Est. Time

Out & Back

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Big East Fork Trail is a challenging out-and-back trail located near Canton, North Carolina. The trail extends for 6.7 miles with a significant elevation gain of 1988 feet, offering a rigorous experience for hikers. The dirt surface can become slippery, especially after rain, so caution is advised. The trail traverses through dense forested areas typical of the region, providing a serene natural experience.

Trail Conditions

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Hazards & Warnings

steep elevation gain

Elevation Profile

Min:1,043 ft
Max:1,238 ft
606 ft
606 ft
1,043 ft1,108 ft1,173 ft1,238 ft0.0 mi1.7 mi3.3 mi5.0 mi6.7 mi

Trail Details

Route Type
Out & Back
Surface
Dirt

Official sources & verification

We don't have curated agency sources for this trail in our cache yet. Outdoors is not the permitting authority — confirm conditions, permits, and access with the managing agency before you go. If you know who manages this trail, please tell us.

Best Seasons

SpringSummerFall

Highlights

forest setting

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Path geometry came from our pre-launch legacy database. Routes have not yet been re-verified against the operator and may differ from the actual trail.

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