Mountains-to-Sea Trail
USA · North America · Thru-hike / long-distance trail · score 57/100
At a glance
| Countries | USA |
|---|---|
| Continent | North America |
| Region | North Carolina |
| Type | Thru-hike / long-distance trail |
| Length | 1891 km |
| Typical duration | 75 days |
| Difficulty | 3/5 (Moderate) |
| Max altitude | 2037 m |
| Best season | Year-round |
| Start | Kuwohi (Great Smoky Mountains), NC |
| End | Jockey's Ridge (Outer Banks), NC |
| Permit / guide | No permit (some section rules) |
| Special gear | none |
Score
57/100
Mountains-to-coast state traverse; long roadwalk sections remain
How the score works: scoring method. Information confidence: high.
Sources
Information compiled from public sources, as of October 19, 2026. Trail conditions, permits and closures change: verify with local authorities before you go.
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