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Davidson River – Bracken Preserve Trail loop from Davidson River

Davidson River – Bracken Preserve Trail loop from Davidson River

Hard

4.5

(9895)

9,896

riders

Davidson River – Bracken Preserve Trail loop from Davidson River

02:53

33.2km

580m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: April 20, 2026

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Pisgah National Forest

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Start point

Parking

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586 m

Davidson River

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Davidson River marks the southern start of the Art Loeb Trail. It’s a good spot to filter water before the climb ahead. Expect a gradual but steady ascent as you …

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20.1 km

Bracken Preserve

Nature Reserve

21.3 km

Bracken Preserve Trail

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The city of Brevard owns and maintains the trails at Bracken Preserve. The preserve is home to a variety of plants and animals, and the trails are for non-motorized use …

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22.8 km

Brevard Music Center Lake

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This lake, located on the grounds of the Brevard Music Center campus, is a beautiful and natural Blue Ridge Mountain setting where you will often see students relaxing in the …

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32.7 km

Davidson River

Highlight • River

Davidson River marks the southern start of the Art Loeb Trail. It’s a good spot to filter water before the climb ahead. Expect a gradual but steady ascent as you …

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33.2 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

16.9 km

8.76 km

5.12 km

1.48 km

399 m

349 m

166 m

Surfaces

24.7 km

7.13 km

1.14 km

207 m

Elevation

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Highest point (1,050 m)

Lowest point (640 m)

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Wednesday 20 May

27°C

14°C

55 %

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