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Clingmans Dome from Gatlinburg

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Elevation profile Clingmans Dome from Gatlinburg

Statistics

Difficulty points 832
Length 20 mi
Average gradient 4.8%
Steepest segment 7.9%
Total ascent 5049 ft

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Famous climb
2 hairpin turns
#86 toughest climb of North America
#46 most elevation gain of North America
#93 longest climb of North America
#14 average steepest climb of Tennessee
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Clingmans Dome from Gatlinburg is a climb in the region Tennessee. It is 20 mi long and bridges 5049 ft of vertical ascent with an average gradient of 4.8%, resulting in a difficulty score of 832. The top of the ascent is located at 6319 ft above sea level. Climbfinder users shared 1 review/story of this climb and uploaded 1 photo.

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

4.0 by jwilkin3
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A very long but mellow climb to the second highest peak in eatsern North America. Start early and only on weekdays to avoid heavy traffic.... read more

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A very long but mellow climb to the second highest peak in eastern North America. Start early and only on weekdays to avoid heavy traffic.

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Climbing times

5 mph 04:01:49
7 mph 02:51:12
9 mph 02:13:25
12 mph 01:40:14

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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 Gatlinburg. 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 Gatlinburg 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 Gatlinburg is 20 mi long.

The average gradient of Clingmans Dome from Gatlinburg is 4.8%.

Clingmans Dome from Gatlinburg has a steepest segment with an average gradient of 7.9%.

The summit of Clingmans Dome from Gatlinburg is at 6319 ft.

At a slow pace of 5 mph, it takes about 04:01:49 to climb Clingmans Dome from Gatlinburg. At 7 mph the time is 02:51:12, and at 9 mph 02:13:25. For the fastest cyclists, 01:40:14 is an achievable time.

Clingmans Dome from Gatlinburg is located in the region Tennessee in United States.

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