Distance

1.0 mi to summit

2.0 mi total

Elevation

6,600 ft start

Vertical

47 ft gain

Time

40 min to summit

1 hr 20 min total

Clouds socked in summit; visibility about 100 yards; 32 degrees with 35 mph gusts.

Route name

Deep gap trail from Mt Mitchell

point-to-point/traverse
Obstacles

no water source, weather, high wind

Key gear

trekking poles

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