Pump Gap Loop

At A Glance

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5.5 mi one-way

Difficulty Rating: 5.5
Steepness: Climbs Steeply
Tread Condition: Moderately Rough
Blaze Color: Yellow
USGS Map Number: 309

This trail is named after a water pump near the trail. The pump delivered water to Runion, which is now a ghost town. The trail accesses the Appalachian Trail and may be used as a loop or as part of a loop with the AT. Aside from that, it doesn't really go anywhere, and despite some nice scenery, feels a bit aimless. One section of this trail starts descending into a neat cove, and then - your easy descent coming to a screeching halt - veers up out of the cove and onto the nearby ridge.