Thorps Creek Trail

Grandfather · North Carolina

2.2 mi

Distance

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Net Elevation

23 min

Est. Time

Peak Elevation

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Difficulty

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Conditions

Clear
80°
64°
81°
6 mph
Gust13 mph
6:56 AM
7:59 PM
Dry

No significant precipitation expected.

Trail conditions look great for riding

29% top-layer soil moisture79°F surface soil temperature

The week looks fairly dry, with warmer afternoons making morning or evening rides more comfortable.

Best Window This Week

Saturday

a high near 81°F, little expected rain, 9% rain chance

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About This Trail

Thorps Creek Trail is a 2.2-mile mountain bike trail near Grandfather, North Carolina. RidePal maps this trail for mountain biking with a ground surface. Key stats include an estimated ride time of 23 min, which helps when comparing it with nearby Grandfather rides. Use the RidePal map to view the full trail route, compare nearby options, and plan around local riding conditions in Grandfather.

Mountain Biking in Grandfather

Grandfather is one of the mountain biking hubs in North Carolina, with mapped trail coverage on RidePal. Use Thorps Creek Trail as a starting point to compare nearby routes by distance, difficulty, surface, elevation profile, and ride time.

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Where is Thorps Creek Trail?

Thorps Creek Trail is a mountain bike trail near Grandfather, North Carolina. RidePal maps the route, trail stats, photos, reviews, and nearby rides for this area.

How difficult is Thorps Creek Trail?

Thorps Creek Trail is 2.2 miles long, with a ground surface, with an estimated ride time of 23 min. Check the map and recent conditions before riding.

What are the current riding conditions for Thorps Creek Trail?

Some moisture signals are present, so expect tackier dirt or isolated soft spots. The current forecast suggests Saturday because a high near 81°F, little expected rain, 9% rain chance.

What other mountain bike trails are near Thorps Creek Trail?

Nearby RidePal trail pages in Grandfather include Rockhouse Creek Road, Schoolhouse Trail, Yancey Ridge Trail, Little Chestnut Mountain Road, Lower Jackson Knob Trail. Use the nearby trails section to compare distance, difficulty, and route style.

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