
Biltmore sunflower Lagoon trail walk for pass holders
Late-September sunflower views set the tone for a mostly flat, 3-mile round-trip walk from Antler Village parking lot #2 down a paved path to the lagoon, with a short gravel stretch. Bring water and a hat for limited shade, and consider a picnic lunch from your car after the walk.
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An easy-paced autumn stroll through colorful gardens offers fresh mountain air, mindful moments, and relaxed conversation. Slow down, enjoy fall scenery, and connect with fellow walkers without the demands of a strenuous hike.

An easy-paced autumn stroll through colorful gardens offers fresh mountain air, mindful moments, and relaxed conversation. Slow down, enjoy fall scenery, and connect with fellow walkers without the demands of a strenuous hike.
An easy-paced autumn stroll through colorful gardens offers fresh mountain air, mindful moments, and relaxed conversation. Slow down, enjoy fall scenery, and connect with fellow walkers without the demands of a strenuous hike.

A gentle autumn walk through colorful grounds creates space for widows and widowers to connect, share grief experiences at their own pace, and find comfort in nature.

A gentle autumn walk through colorful grounds creates space for widows and widowers to connect, share grief experiences at their own pace, and find comfort in nature.
A gentle autumn walk through colorful grounds creates space for widows and widowers to connect, share grief experiences at their own pace, and find comfort in nature.

A group walk follows Deer Park Trail through Biltmore’s grounds, starting near the Lagoon and heading toward Antler Hill Village. Enjoy an outdoor outing amid the estate’s historic surroundings.

A group walk follows Deer Park Trail through Biltmore’s grounds, starting near the Lagoon and heading toward Antler Hill Village. Enjoy an outdoor outing amid the estate’s historic surroundings.
A group walk follows Deer Park Trail through Biltmore’s grounds, starting near the Lagoon and heading toward Antler Hill Village. Enjoy an outdoor outing amid the estate’s historic surroundings.

A guided 5K autumn walk through the NC Arboretum during peak leaf color, starting at the Baker Visitor Center and heading down Wesley Branch Trail. Expect moderate hills, some stairs, groomed paths, and a loop through the Azalea Garden via Bent Creek Road.

A guided 5K autumn walk through the NC Arboretum during peak leaf color, starting at the Baker Visitor Center and heading down Wesley Branch Trail. Expect moderate hills, some stairs, groomed paths, and a loop through the Azalea Garden via Bent Creek Road.
A guided 5K autumn walk through the NC Arboretum during peak leaf color, starting at the Baker Visitor Center and heading down Wesley Branch Trail. Expect moderate hills, some stairs, groomed paths, and a loop through the Azalea Garden via Bent Creek Road.
Wander a sunflower maze and enjoy a family-friendly farm adventure amid autumn scenery. Weekend visits include the fall festival, while weekday tickets provide access to the maze.
Wander a sunflower maze and enjoy a family-friendly farm adventure amid autumn scenery. Weekend visits include the fall festival, while weekday tickets provide access to the maze.
Wander a sunflower maze and enjoy a family-friendly farm adventure amid autumn scenery. Weekend visits include the fall festival, while weekday tickets provide access to the maze.

A scenic group walk centered on Lake Junaluska, meeting at the Asheville Visitor Center before heading out for an easy-paced stroll. Ideal for casual conversation, fresh air, and low-effort outdoor time with other locals and visitors.

A scenic group walk centered on Lake Junaluska, meeting at the Asheville Visitor Center before heading out for an easy-paced stroll. Ideal for casual conversation, fresh air, and low-effort outdoor time with other locals and visitors.
A scenic group walk centered on Lake Junaluska, meeting at the Asheville Visitor Center before heading out for an easy-paced stroll. Ideal for casual conversation, fresh air, and low-effort outdoor time with other locals and visitors.

Crisp autumn air and vibrant fall foliage set the scene for a guided wilderness hike through the Blue Ridge mountains, with seasonal colors and scenic trail views.

Crisp autumn air and vibrant fall foliage set the scene for a guided wilderness hike through the Blue Ridge mountains, with seasonal colors and scenic trail views.
Crisp autumn air and vibrant fall foliage set the scene for a guided wilderness hike through the Blue Ridge mountains, with seasonal colors and scenic trail views.

A relaxed group hike through Bent Creek’s Hard Times Trail, with crisp autumn air, changing leaves, and time to chat while wandering the woods at an easy pace.

A relaxed group hike through Bent Creek’s Hard Times Trail, with crisp autumn air, changing leaves, and time to chat while wandering the woods at an easy pace.
A relaxed group hike through Bent Creek’s Hard Times Trail, with crisp autumn air, changing leaves, and time to chat while wandering the woods at an easy pace.

Walk through local wilderness on a guided autumn hike, taking in fall foliage and mountain scenery along the route from the Folk Art Center to Haw Creek Overlook.

Walk through local wilderness on a guided autumn hike, taking in fall foliage and mountain scenery along the route from the Folk Art Center to Haw Creek Overlook.
Walk through local wilderness on a guided autumn hike, taking in fall foliage and mountain scenery along the route from the Folk Art Center to Haw Creek Overlook.

A gentle Blue Ridge Parkway trail walk creates space for widows and widowers to find grief support, share with peers, or move in quiet solidarity amid Asheville’s mountain scenery.

A gentle Blue Ridge Parkway trail walk creates space for widows and widowers to find grief support, share with peers, or move in quiet solidarity amid Asheville’s mountain scenery.
A gentle Blue Ridge Parkway trail walk creates space for widows and widowers to find grief support, share with peers, or move in quiet solidarity amid Asheville’s mountain scenery.

Quiet hours in the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, with leaf blowers and mowers paused so birdsong and wind in the trees take center stage. Ideal for a self-guided, mindful morning walk with half-price parking.

Quiet hours in the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, with leaf blowers and mowers paused so birdsong and wind in the trees take center stage. Ideal for a self-guided, mindful morning walk with half-price parking.
Quiet hours in the Arboretum’s gardens and trails, with leaf blowers and mowers paused so birdsong and wind in the trees take center stage. Ideal for a self-guided, mindful morning walk with half-price parking.

Passholder only farmers market at Deerpark with estate grown honey, sunflower oil, hydroponic lettuces, microgreens, herbs, and estate raised meats and leather, plus Biltmore wines. Mix and mingle over free samples, 20% off Biltmore Grown goods, and live background sets.

Passholder only farmers market at Deerpark with estate grown honey, sunflower oil, hydroponic lettuces, microgreens, herbs, and estate raised meats and leather, plus Biltmore wines. Mix and mingle over free samples, 20% off Biltmore Grown goods, and live background sets.
Passholder only farmers market at Deerpark with estate grown honey, sunflower oil, hydroponic lettuces, microgreens, herbs, and estate raised meats and leather, plus Biltmore wines. Mix and mingle over free samples, 20% off Biltmore Grown goods, and live background sets.

Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.

Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.
Slow, guided shinrin yoku through native hardwoods, emphasizing mindful breathing, sensory awareness, and gentle walking for restoration, stress relief, and deeper connection to seasonal fall foliage; suitable for beginners.

Hike 10 miles along the Mountains-to-Sea Trail from the historic Rattlesnake Lodge ruins to the Folk Art Center, with colorful wildflowers, mostly downhill terrain, and a few short climbs.

Hike 10 miles along the Mountains-to-Sea Trail from the historic Rattlesnake Lodge ruins to the Folk Art Center, with colorful wildflowers, mostly downhill terrain, and a few short climbs.
Hike 10 miles along the Mountains-to-Sea Trail from the historic Rattlesnake Lodge ruins to the Folk Art Center, with colorful wildflowers, mostly downhill terrain, and a few short climbs.

Free small-group hikes follow volunteer guides through botanically diverse woodland trails, exploring seasonal wildflowers, tree identification, forest ecology, and regional natural history across varied habitat types.

Free small-group hikes follow volunteer guides through botanically diverse woodland trails, exploring seasonal wildflowers, tree identification, forest ecology, and regional natural history across varied habitat types.
Free small-group hikes follow volunteer guides through botanically diverse woodland trails, exploring seasonal wildflowers, tree identification, forest ecology, and regional natural history across varied habitat types.

A relaxed evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop, then a two mile walk around the lake trail. Rain or shine meetup geared toward a calm, low pressure social pace, weather permitting (no lightning).

A relaxed evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop, then a two mile walk around the lake trail. Rain or shine meetup geared toward a calm, low pressure social pace, weather permitting (no lightning).
A relaxed evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop, then a two mile walk around the lake trail. Rain or shine meetup geared toward a calm, low pressure social pace, weather permitting (no lightning).

A mindful mountain trek blending hiking with guided asana flow and grounding breathwork on Bearwallow Mountain. Expect fresh ridge air, steady climbs, and a calming stretch-and-reset finish with wide-open views.

A mindful mountain trek blending hiking with guided asana flow and grounding breathwork on Bearwallow Mountain. Expect fresh ridge air, steady climbs, and a calming stretch-and-reset finish with wide-open views.
A mindful mountain trek blending hiking with guided asana flow and grounding breathwork on Bearwallow Mountain. Expect fresh ridge air, steady climbs, and a calming stretch-and-reset finish with wide-open views.

A slow, gentle grief-support walk designed for widows and widowers, set among streamside trails and garden paths. Peer-led companionship creates space for remembrance, open-hearted sharing, and quiet reflection in nature.

A slow, gentle grief-support walk designed for widows and widowers, set among streamside trails and garden paths. Peer-led companionship creates space for remembrance, open-hearted sharing, and quiet reflection in nature.
A slow, gentle grief-support walk designed for widows and widowers, set among streamside trails and garden paths. Peer-led companionship creates space for remembrance, open-hearted sharing, and quiet reflection in nature.

Spend a full day on a low-cost group trek designed for adults 50 and older, with registration through Asheville Parks & Recreation and a community-centered outdoor outing.

Spend a full day on a low-cost group trek designed for adults 50 and older, with registration through Asheville Parks & Recreation and a community-centered outdoor outing.
Spend a full day on a low-cost group trek designed for adults 50 and older, with registration through Asheville Parks & Recreation and a community-centered outdoor outing.

Guided community walk focused on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal foraging basics. Expect hands on learning about local ecology, safe harvesting practices, and practical nature skills on an outdoor Asheville route.

Guided community walk focused on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal foraging basics. Expect hands on learning about local ecology, safe harvesting practices, and practical nature skills on an outdoor Asheville route.
Guided community walk focused on identifying wild edible plants and seasonal foraging basics. Expect hands on learning about local ecology, safe harvesting practices, and practical nature skills on an outdoor Asheville route.
