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WCU Trail System loop from Cullowhee

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WCU Trail System loop from Cullowhee

Hard

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WCU Trail System loop from Cullowhee

02:36

21.6km

400m

Running

Hard run. 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 27, 2026

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Temporary access restrictions

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After 366 m for 65 m

Permit required

After 16.4 km for 65 m

Permit required

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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12.0 km

WCU Trail System

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Western Carolina University's multi-use trail system consists of 6.8 miles of narrow, single-track trails suitable for hikers and mountain bikers. The trail is moderately difficult, with some steep hillsides.

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21.6 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.8 km

4.12 km

3.09 km

654 m

632 m

166 m

100 m

Surfaces

7.83 km

5.12 km

4.99 km

2.50 km

1.15 km

Elevation

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Highest point (780 m)

Lowest point (640 m)

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Today

Wednesday 20 May

28°C

13°C

71 %

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