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Operation Carolina
Day 3 of 17Sep 23, 2026
CHEROKEE, NC→CANDLER, NC
40miles
3,460 ftgain
confirmed
Cumulative: 120.0 miles
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ELEVATION PROFILE
ROUTE DETAILS
From Cherokee through the Blue Ridge Parkway region to Candler. One of the most challenging elevation days, passing through the Asheville watershed area with significant climbs and descents.
Start
Cherokee, NC
End
Candler, NC
Distance
40 miles
Elevation Gain
3,460 ft
3Day of 17
Date
Sep 23, 2026
Elevation Gain
3,460 ft
Distance
40 miles
Avg Weather
High76°F
Low53°F
Rain25%
Partly cloudy, cool mornings
Based on historical averages. Check forecast closer to event.
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