Star Gap
2.7 mi
Distance
820 ft
Elev. Gain
1h 18m
Est. Time
Point to Point
Route Type
Moderate
Difficulty
About This Trail
Star Gap is a point-to-point trail in McDowell County, North Carolina. It is 2.7 miles long and gains 820 feet. The surface is dirt. Per USDA Forest Service, it is open to bikes. The nearest town is Montreat, North Carolina, about 2 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 | 583 ft |
| High point | 1.6 mi | 834 ft |
| End | 2.7 mi | 665 ft |
Trail Details
Bike access: USDA Forest Service, checked 2026-10-14. Rules change, so confirm with the land manager before you go.
- Route Type
- Point to Point
- Surface
- Dirt
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Where it is
- Nearest town:
- Montreat, NC · about 2 mi away
- County:
- McDowell County, NC
Nearest town and county from U.S. Census Bureau place records and county boundaries.
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