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Clingmans Dome from Cherokee

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Elevation profile Clingmans Dome from Cherokee

Statistics

Difficulty points 743
Length 19.3 mi
Average gradient 4.3%
Steepest segment 7.1%
Total ascent 4426 ft

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1 hairpin turn
#17 toughest climb of Appalachians
#82 most elevation gain of North America
#5 longest climb of Appalachians
#18 average steepest climb of North Carolina
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Clingmans Dome from Cherokee is a climb in the region North Carolina. It is 19.3 mi long and bridges 4426 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4.3%, resulting in a difficulty score of 743. The top of the ascent is located at 6316 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 0 reviews of this climb and uploaded 0 photos.

Road names: Newfound Gap Road South, Kuwohi Access Road & Kuwohi Road Primary Parking

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Climbing times

5 mph 03:53:22
7 mph 02:45:13
9 mph 02:08:45
12 mph 01:36:44

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Frequently Asked Questions

Clingmans Dome can be cycled from 2 sides. Clingmans Dome from Gatlinburg is the most popular side, but the summit can also be reached via Clingmans Dome from Cherokee.

You don't need special gearing for Clingmans Dome from Cherokee. The slope isn't long or steep enough to require much shifting down. You can conquer this climb on power alone. However, a compact gearing system with a smallest front chainring of 34 and largest rear sprocket of 28 or 30 is always nice if you enjoy cycling uphill. This helps maintain a smooth cadence.

Clingmans Dome from Cherokee is a first-category climb: long and tough. Do not underestimate this climb. Many famous Tour de France cols fall into this category. Prepare for a long, challenging ride. Only well-trained riders will reach the top smoothly. Make sure you have a road bike with climbing gears and enough training; otherwise, it will be a struggle.

Clingmans Dome from Cherokee is 19.3 mi long.

The average gradient of Clingmans Dome from Cherokee is 4.3%.

Clingmans Dome from Cherokee has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 7.1%.

The summit of Clingmans Dome from Cherokee is at 6316 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 03:53:22 to climb Clingmans Dome from Cherokee. At 7 mph the time is 02:45:13, and at 9 mph 02:08:45. For the fastest cyclists, 01:36:44 is an achievable time.

Clingmans Dome from Cherokee is located in the region North Carolina in United States.

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