4.6 mi
Distance
961 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 54m
Est. Time
Loop
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Black Mountain - Kentucky Highpoint is a loop trail in Jefferson National Forest, managed by the United States Forest Service, in Kentucky. It is 4.6 miles long and gains 961 feet. The nearest town is Keokee, Virginia, about 3 miles away in a straight line.
From the trail data on this page. For conditions and closures, see official sources.
Trail Conditions
Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 1,136 ft |
| High point | 2.9 mi | 1,264 ft |
| End | 4.6 mi | 1,136 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Loop
Official sources & verification
Managed by United States Forest Service
Managing agency
- United States Forest Service
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Keokee, VA · about 3 mi away
- Jurisdiction:
- Jefferson National Forest · United States Forest Service
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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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Stay nearby
Campgrounds near this trail
Harlan County Portal #31 RV Park
4.3 mi awayLynch, KY
Pricing varies — check with the operatorPrivate
Cave Springs Recreation Area
8.3 mi awayJefferson National Forest
Dryden, VA
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Kingdom Come State Park
8.3 mi awayKingdom Come State Park
Cumberland, KY
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Flag Rock Recreation Area Campground
13.2 mi awayJefferson National Forest
Norton, VA
Pricing varies — check with the operator
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