Length: 5.04 mi
Est. time: 2h 6m
Gain: 788 ft
Loss: 237 ft
Max elev: 1,573 ft
Elevation profile
+788 ft gain · −237 ft loss — an estimate from a DEM.
Erbie Campground (Campground)
Hike the Cecil Cove Loop
⏱ This is a popular backpacking loop for an overnight hiking/camping trip. For a day trip, plan for 5 to 8 hours to complete the loop.
🗓 winter, spring, summer, fall
Plan smart, verify on site
Length, elevation, and difficulty are estimates derived from open data (NPS Public Trails GIS, medium confidence) — not a safety guarantee. Conditions change; check current closures, weather, and water, and carry the essentials. Always defer to NPS.gov and park rangers.