Possum Trail
1.4 mi
Distance
52 ft
Elev. Gain
29m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Easy
Difficulty
About This Trail
Possum Trail is a point-to-point trail in South Mountains State Park, managed by the North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation, in Burke County, North Carolina. It is 1.4 miles long and gains 52 feet. The nearest town is Salem, North Carolina, about 5 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 | 678 ft |
| High point | 0.2 mi | 678 ft |
| End | 1.4 mi | 491 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Point to Point
Official sources & verification
Managed by North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
Source of truth
- South Mountains State Park — official page
Park unit page with alerts and visitor information.
Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Salem, NC · about 5 mi away
- County:
- Burke County, NC
- Jurisdiction:
- South Mountains State Park · North Carolina Division of Parks and Recreation
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
Verify by phone or mail
- Operator:(828) 433-4772
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