1.8 mi
Distance
256 ft
Elev. Gain
42m
Est. Time
Out & Back
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Purgatory Mountain via North Carolina Zoo is an out-and-back trail in Randolph County, North Carolina. It is 1.8 miles long and gains 256 feet. The nearest town is Asheboro, North Carolina, about 3 miles away in a straight line.
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Trail Conditions
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Elevation Profile
| Point | Distance from start | Elevation |
|---|---|---|
| Start | 0.0 mi | 234 ft |
| High point | 0.8 mi | 290 ft |
| End | 1.8 mi | 234 ft |
Trail Details
- Route Type
- Out & Back
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Asheboro, NC · about 3 mi away
- County:
- Randolph County, NC
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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