Are dogs allowed on Red to Blue Loop?

Yes, dogs are allowed on Red to Blue Loop but must be kept on a leash at all times. Pack out waste and respect wildlife.

Do I need a permit to hike Red to Blue Loop?

No, Red to Blue Loop does not currently require a permit. Still check for seasonal closures or day-use fees with the managing agency before heading out.

How difficult is Red to Blue Loop?

Red to Blue Loop is rated difficult. It is 4.9 miles long with 1,650 feet of elevation gain. Difficulty ratings reflect a combination of distance, elevation gain, and terrain — your experience will depend on your fitness level and trail conditions.

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North Carolina

Red to Blue Loop

Hendersonville, North Carolina

4.9 mi

Distance

1,650 ft

Elev. Gain

2h 14m

Est. Time

Loop

Route Type

Difficult

Difficulty

About This Trail

Imported description

The trail started from the fireplace lot. Left on Blue trail turns into Red trail. The Red trail is a good workout for about.75 miles, including up the Orange trail to the Rattlesnake overlook. It was said to go back to Red trail and then across the White trail. Left on Orange to the Rocks goes back to Blue. The average speed was 2.6 mph. The views of Rattlesnake and the Rock will be amazing in the winter.

Trail Conditions

Unknown

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Elevation Profile

Min:763 ft

Max:1,040 ft

503 ft

Trail Details

Route Type: Loop
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.

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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.