The Pole Bridge Trail has a maximum elevation of 8,619 ft., a minimum elevation of 6,243 ft. and an elevation range of 2,376 ft.
[ A to B ] or [ B to A ] | |||
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Length 2 | Min Ele 3 | Max Ele 4 | Range 5 |
4.0 mi | 6,243 ft | 8,619 ft | 2,376 ft |
[ A to B ] | |||
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Time 6 | Floors 7 | Gain 8 | Loss 9 |
2.4 hrs | 193.9 | 2,327 ft | 86 ft |
[ B to A ] | |||
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Time | Floors | Gain | Loss |
1.8 hrs | 7.2 | 86 ft | 2,327 ft |
The following chart shows the total calories that you may expend on the trail while hiking in both directions. The chart is based on data derived from a statistical model of energy expenditure that relates gross weight, typical speed and trail topography.
Download the PDF Pole Bridge Trail topo map and the adjoining quads to plan your hike. These are full-sheet, 7.5 Minute (1:24,000 scale) topographic maps.
The following chart illustrates the difficulty of hiking the Pole Bridge Trail compared to two other trails. The x-axis is cumulative elevation gain and the y-axis is maximum elevation. The length of the trail is reflected in the size of the bubble.
Yes, this trail is also known as Pole Bridge Trail #264.
The length of the trail is 4.0 miles (6.5 km) or 9,166 steps.
A person in good physical health can hike the trail in 2.4 hours in one direction and in 1.8 hours in the opposite direction.
Prevent tick bites: Treat clothing and gear, such as boots, pants, socks and tents with products containing 0.5% permethrin.
(cdc.gov)