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Brevard

Whaleback Falls – Davidson River loop from Brevard

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United States
North Carolina
Transylvania County
Brevard

Whaleback Falls – Davidson River loop from Brevard

Hard

2.7

(6)

27

riders

Whaleback Falls – Davidson River loop from Brevard

04:05

61.2km

1,060m

Gravel riding

Hard gravel ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: March 17, 2026

Tips

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Pisgah National Forest

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Parking

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25.4 km

Whaleback Falls

Highlight • Waterfall

Whaleback Falls is in Pisgah National Forest and is a beautiful waterfall and swimming hole into a tranquil bend of the Davidson River. It is a great place to take a quick dip to cool off during a long ride.

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53.7 km

Davidson River

Highlight • River

Davidson River marks the southern start of the Art Loeb Trail. It’s a good spot to filter water before the climb ahead. Expect a gradual but steady ascent as you …

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61.2 km

End point

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Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

33.5 km

11.9 km

6.71 km

3.61 km

2.77 km

2.53 km

226 m

Surfaces

43.5 km

15.2 km

2.04 km

384 m

117 m

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Highest point (1,110 m)

Lowest point (640 m)

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Monday 11 May

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12°C

24 %

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