Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve

01 · Character of the route

Is this one for you?

Remote Uncrowded

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02 · The story

What makes this route special

The Mountains-to-Sea Trail is a developing long distance hiking trail, which connects the Great Smokys to the Outer Banks. The trail is an official unit of the NC State Park System, and it is supported by the Friends of the Mountains-to-Sea Trail.

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03 · Elevation profile

How tough is this route?

elevation range 224 m – 263 m

0 km 4,1 km 8,3 km

04 · Landmarks

Steady waypoints

Start

227 m elevation

Quarter of the way

244 m elevation

Halfway

250 m elevation

Three quarters

245 m elevation

Finish

254 m elevation

05 · Intersecting routes

Where you meet other trails

Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve

MST

at 8,3 km

Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Segment 8

MST

at 8,3 km

06 · From the trail

Through the eyes of hikers

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What hikers experienced

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08 · Before you go

Answers to common questions

How long is the Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve hiking route?

Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve is 8.3 km long.

How long does it take to walk Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve?

At an average walking pace, Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve takes approximately 2h 4min to complete.

Is Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve a loop trail?

No, Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.

What are the start coordinates of Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve?

Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve starts near coordinates 36.1755, -79.7916.

What fitness level is needed for Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve?

Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve is a moderate hike suitable for walkers with a basic level of fitness.

Who maintains the Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve trail?

Mountains-to-Sea Trail: Richardson-Taylor Preserve is maintained and managed by North Carolina Division of Parks & Recreation.