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Caesars Head – Bald Rock loop from Chestnut Mountain

Caesars Head – Bald Rock loop from Chestnut Mountain

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(2962)

19,856

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Caesars Head – Bald Rock loop from Chestnut Mountain

04:04

79.9km

1,320m

Road cycling

Hard road ride. Very good fitness required. Some segments of this route may be unpaved and difficult to ride. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: July 10, 2026

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After 15.3 km for 258 m

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Start point

Parking

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10.8 km

Jones Gap

Highlight • Mountain Pass

Jones Gap is a mountain pass on the South and North Carolina border. At an elevation of 2,929ft (893m) it gives you a good elevation gain hit just to get …

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15.4 km

Caesars Head

Highlight • Viewpoint

Nestled on the Blue Ridge Mountains of South Carolina, Caesars Head State Park is known for its spectacular views of the Mountain Bridge Wilderness Area, and is named for a …

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15.5 km

View of the Blue Ridge Mountains from Caesars Head

Highlight • Viewpoint

Caesars Head Mountain and Caesars Head State Park offers awesome views of the Blue Ridge Mountains from this South Carolina peak. This is a really popular stop off the side …

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16.2 km

Ruins of Caesars Head Hotel

Highlight • Historical Site

Today, Caesars Head Hotel amounts to just a few ruins off the side of the road. This once used to be a bustling hotel that ended up burning down in the 1950s.

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18.2 km

For those who enjoy the thrill of off-the-beaten-path exploration, reaching Mashbox Falls is a truly rewarding experience. The secluded beauty and serene atmosphere make it a hidden gem worth discovering.

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23.0 km

Bald Rock

Highlight • Viewpoint

Bald Rock is a large outcropping with panoramic views over the surrounding area. The parking area is rather small so riding here is a good way to ensure you'll be able to see the views.

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79.9 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

48.7 km

27.7 km

2.37 km

678 m

279 m

262 m

Surfaces

79.5 km

242 m

141 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Highest point (960 m)

Lowest point (280 m)

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Today

Tuesday 14 July

23°C

18°C

68 %

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Caesars Head – Bald Rock loop from Chestnut Mountain

Jones Gap

Caesars Head

View of the Blue Ridge Mountains from Caesars Head

Ruins of Caesars Head Hotel

Mashbox Falls

Bald Rock

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