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OSM map layer · LineString
35.64, -79.76 · rel 18858256
35.64, -79.76 · rel 18858256
Purgatory Trail
1,5 km from start to finish through alpine terrain and mountains.
North Carolina · 35.64°N ·
79.76°W
1,5km
Distance
light
Climb · estimate
easy
Difficulty · estimate
linear
Shape
22
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01 · Character of the route
Is this one for you?
Alpine Terrain
Mountains
Summit
Quiet area
Uncrowded
Family friendly
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02 · 1 point along the route
What will you encounter?
1× summit
Purgatory Mountain
summit ·
on the route
1,5 km
100%
03 · Landmarks
Steady waypoints
Quarter of the way
Halfway
Three quarters
Finish
04 · Intersecting routes
Where you meet other trails
05 · From the trail
Through the eyes of hikers
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What hikers experienced
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07 · Before you go
Answers to common questions
Purgatory Trail is 1.5 km long.
At an average walking pace, Purgatory Trail takes approximately 22 min to complete.
No, Purgatory Trail is a linear (point-to-point) trail. Plan ahead for return transport.
Purgatory Trail starts near coordinates 35.6319, -79.7663.
Purgatory Trail is an easy hike, suitable for walkers of all fitness levels.
Purgatory Trail is maintained and managed by NC Zoo.