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Looking Glass Falls Viewpoint – Pisgah Ranger Station loop from Gravely Mill Shoals Access Area

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Road cycling routes
United States
North Carolina
Transylvania County

Looking Glass Falls Viewpoint – Pisgah Ranger Station loop from Gravely Mill Shoals Access Area

Hard

4.7

(5341)

5,648

riders

Looking Glass Falls Viewpoint – Pisgah Ranger Station loop from Gravely Mill Shoals Access Area

06:01

93.7km

1,260m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: June 30, 2026

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The surface along some of this route may not be suitable

Some segments of your route comprise a surface that may not be suitable for your chosen sport.

After 33.0 km for 6.07 km

After 39.2 km for 295 m

Waypoints

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Start point

Parking

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39.3 km

Whaleback Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Whaleback Falls is in Pisgah National Forest and is a beautiful waterfall and swimming hole into a tranquil bend of the Davidson River. It is a great place to take a quick dip to cool off during a long ride.

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44.9 km

Looking Glass Falls Viewpoint

Highlight • Viewpoint

Step off the bike and take the turn off of the main road to find the Looking Glass Falls Viewpoint.

Looking Glass Falls is the perfect quick pit-stop for everyone …

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3

51.5 km

Pisgah Ranger Station

Highlight • Rest Area

Pisgah Ranger Station offers a variety of experiences including interpretative trails, day hikes, and information on the Pisgah National Forest. The Pisgah Visitor Center is located within the Pisgah Ranger …

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4

52.7 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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5

65.7 km

South Country Club Road

Highlight • Cycleway

The views from this quiet winding road are lovely with the wooded hills in the background. Keep your eye out for the interesting bird species that live in the surrounding woods.

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6

86.6 km

Roadside rapids

Highlight • River

A scenic little roadside waterfall and a nice place for a break.

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93.7 km

End point

Parking

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

61.7 km

18.0 km

10.2 km

3.54 km

284 m

Surfaces

63.0 km

22.9 km

6.26 km

1.55 km

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Highest point (1,020 m)

Lowest point (640 m)

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Tuesday 14 July

24°C

18°C

88 %

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