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The Top 20 Mountain Passes in the Appalachian Mountains

Whether it be for the views, for the climbs or for the downhill descents, browse our list of the best mountain passes in the Appalachian Mountains and make your next adventure one to remember. Contributed by the community, for the community, each mountain pass Highlight is a personal recommendation you know you can trust, so simply find your favorite and go.

Last updated: October 26, 2025

Newfound Gap and Overlook

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A special place in history. This is the place where President Theodore Roosevelt declared the Great Smoky Mountains a National Park in 1940.
The Rockefeller Family built the Rockefeller Memorial …

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View from the Piper Trail Saddle

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Along this section of the Piper Trail leading to the summit, you'll reach the mountain saddle between the Three Sisters and Mount Chocorua. The well-marked path crosses smooth granite rocks …

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Middlebury Gap

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Middlebury Gap is a mountain pass in Vermont's Green Mountains and a great, very challenging climb for any rider. It divides two different drainage areas with the Robbins Branch flowing …

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Evan's Notch

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One of the quieter notch climbs in the Whites. The approach from the north is more gradual with a short kick in the end, whereas from the south, it's probably …

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Craven Gap

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Located at Mile Marker 337.4 on the Blue Ridge Parkway, Craven Gap is a mountain pass with a small overlook area. There is trail access to the Mountains-to-Sea Trail, which …

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Bear Notch Road

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Not the toughest climb in the Whites, but still a good workout. The Notch is most commonly ridden from South to North (the Kanc to 302) just because the 302 …

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Neels Gap and Mountain Crossings

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Roughly 30 miles from Springer Mountain, Neels Gap is a key milestone for northbound hikers. The trail literally passes through the breezeway of Mountain Crossings, a historic stone building that …

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Jay Peak Pass

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Jay Peak Pass is a 2231-foot pass in northern Vermont. It is adjacent to Jay Peak, a popular hiking spot in the summer and ski resort in the winter. This …

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Dixville Notch State Park

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Dixville Notch State Park is a 127 acre state park in northern New Hampshire that offers a dramatic mountain pass experience with steep cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and panoramic vistas right …

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Mount Passaconaway

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Mount Passaconaway, located in New Hampshire's White Mountains, is a prominent peak with an elevation of about 4,040 feet. It's a favorite among hikers for its challenging trails and spectacular …

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The Top 20 Mountain Passes in the Appalachian Mountains

Newfound Gap and Overlook

View from the Piper Trail Saddle

Middlebury Gap

Evan's Notch

Craven Gap

Bear Notch Road

Neels Gap and Mountain Crossings

Jay Peak Pass

Dixville Notch State Park

Mount Passaconaway

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