Pump Gap Loop from Tanyard Gap
Hike Number: 326
Area Location: Hot Springs
Trailhead Location: Tanyard Gap
Trailend Location: Same
Hike Type: Loop
Hiking Distance (miles): 8.5
Difficulty: Moderate
Elevation Range: 1,763 / 2,700
Total Elevation Gain: 1,700
Total Elevation Descent: 1,700
Route Map: .\Hiking\Maps\0326.pdf
Route Profile: .\Hiking\Profiles\0326.pdf
Download GPX track: .\Hiking\Download\0326.gpx
Trail Description: From tanyard Gap, take AT to Mill Ridge. Then forest road to Pump Gap Loop Trail. Clockwise around loop, 1/2 mile overlap. Then take left on forest road to Mill Ridge Bike Trail. Follow around to Mill Ridge, then return to Tanyard Gap on AT..
Topos: Hot Springs
Special Features: Mountain Views
Flower Season: April
DriveHead: Westgate Shopping Center, Asheville, NC
2nd Meeting Place: *None*
Driving Distance(Miles-RT): 66
Driving Directions: I-26 W to US 25/70 E to Tanyard Gap.
Notes: 1. Good winter hike for views and accessability. 2. After hike, the hot tubs in Hot Springs are a nicy way to relax, 5 miles west. 3. Hike may be shortened 1 mile by driving from Tanyard Gap to Mill Ridge.
Hike History: A0401, W0304, W0503, A0601, A0801