
Bull Creek Preserve + Swannanoa River Trails
An approximately eight-mile group hike links Bull Creek Preserve, Dam Pasture, and Swannanoa River trails, with gentle elevation and a snack break near a creek on Warren Wilson College’s lower campus.
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Midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, outdoorsy crew and a scenic waterfall payoff. Expect a forested trail, steady uphill sections, and time for photos and trail conversation.

Midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, outdoorsy crew and a scenic waterfall payoff. Expect a forested trail, steady uphill sections, and time for photos and trail conversation.
Midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, outdoorsy crew and a scenic waterfall payoff. Expect a forested trail, steady uphill sections, and time for photos and trail conversation.

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.

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.

A no drop mountain bike group ride through Bent Creek trails with a Motion Makers-led pace that keeps everyone together. Roll back to the shop afterward for danishes and casual post-ride hangs.

A no drop mountain bike group ride through Bent Creek trails with a Motion Makers-led pace that keeps everyone together. Roll back to the shop afterward for danishes and casual post-ride hangs.
A no drop mountain bike group ride through Bent Creek trails with a Motion Makers-led pace that keeps everyone together. Roll back to the shop afterward for danishes and casual post-ride hangs.

A Sunday morning loop hike follows Snakeden Ridge near the North Carolina–Tennessee line, with a group carpool from Weaverville. Rain may prompt cancellation, with notice expected Saturday evening.

A Sunday morning loop hike follows Snakeden Ridge near the North Carolina–Tennessee line, with a group carpool from Weaverville. Rain may prompt cancellation, with notice expected Saturday evening.
A Sunday morning loop hike follows Snakeden Ridge near the North Carolina–Tennessee line, with a group carpool from Weaverville. Rain may prompt cancellation, with notice expected Saturday evening.

Guided hike into Pisgah National Forest to reach a scenic waterfall, with a local guide handling route finding and trail insights. Expect a moderate paced outdoor trek focused on fresh mountain air, photo stops, and nature immersion.

Guided hike into Pisgah National Forest to reach a scenic waterfall, with a local guide handling route finding and trail insights. Expect a moderate paced outdoor trek focused on fresh mountain air, photo stops, and nature immersion.
Guided hike into Pisgah National Forest to reach a scenic waterfall, with a local guide handling route finding and trail insights. Expect a moderate paced outdoor trek focused on fresh mountain air, photo stops, and nature immersion.

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.

Weekly evening road cycling meetups roll out from a local bike shop with a 5:30 pm gather and 6 pm start. Open to all riders for social miles, steady pacing, and community camaraderie through late summer.

Weekly evening road cycling meetups roll out from a local bike shop with a 5:30 pm gather and 6 pm start. Open to all riders for social miles, steady pacing, and community camaraderie through late summer.
Weekly evening road cycling meetups roll out from a local bike shop with a 5:30 pm gather and 6 pm start. Open to all riders for social miles, steady pacing, and community camaraderie through late summer.

A sober curious community walk covers 3–4 miles through Asheville’s River Arts District, crossing Haywood and Craven Street bridges with a coffee stop before and after the route.

A sober curious community walk covers 3–4 miles through Asheville’s River Arts District, crossing Haywood and Craven Street bridges with a coffee stop before and after the route.
A sober curious community walk covers 3–4 miles through Asheville’s River Arts District, crossing Haywood and Craven Street bridges with a coffee stop before and after the route.

A full-day group trek for adults 50 and older, with time outdoors and an active pace. Registration through Asheville Parks & Recreation opens 30 days before the outing.

A full-day group trek for adults 50 and older, with time outdoors and an active pace. Registration through Asheville Parks & Recreation opens 30 days before the outing.
A full-day group trek for adults 50 and older, with time outdoors and an active pace. Registration through Asheville Parks & Recreation opens 30 days before the outing.

A relaxed, no-drop group bicycle ride rolls 10–14 miles through Asheville with about 1,000 feet of climbing. Grab coffee beforehand, then finish with a sweet stop at Hole Doughnuts.

A relaxed, no-drop group bicycle ride rolls 10–14 miles through Asheville with about 1,000 feet of climbing. Grab coffee beforehand, then finish with a sweet stop at Hole Doughnuts.
A relaxed, no-drop group bicycle ride rolls 10–14 miles through Asheville with about 1,000 feet of climbing. Grab coffee beforehand, then finish with a sweet stop at Hole Doughnuts.

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.

Ride Bent Creek’s mountain bike trails with a women’s group, choosing a Monday evening or Wednesday morning outing suited to your skill level. Meet fellow local riders for an active outdoor adventure.

Ride Bent Creek’s mountain bike trails with a women’s group, choosing a Monday evening or Wednesday morning outing suited to your skill level. Meet fellow local riders for an active outdoor adventure.
Ride Bent Creek’s mountain bike trails with a women’s group, choosing a Monday evening or Wednesday morning outing suited to your skill level. Meet fellow local riders for an active outdoor adventure.

Weekly no drop group bike ride rolling out from the River Arts District river dock, with regroup points and mid route social breaks. Routes range from chill flat greenway spins to progressively longer rides with more mileage and elevation gain.

Weekly no drop group bike ride rolling out from the River Arts District river dock, with regroup points and mid route social breaks. Routes range from chill flat greenway spins to progressively longer rides with more mileage and elevation gain.
Weekly no drop group bike ride rolling out from the River Arts District river dock, with regroup points and mid route social breaks. Routes range from chill flat greenway spins to progressively longer rides with more mileage and elevation gain.

A brisk 5-mile road hike climbs 1,000 feet in the first 1.5 miles, then follows the Mount Royal loop at a 3.2 mph pace. Bring a headlamp; leashed dogs are welcome and bears are possible.

A brisk 5-mile road hike climbs 1,000 feet in the first 1.5 miles, then follows the Mount Royal loop at a 3.2 mph pace. Bring a headlamp; leashed dogs are welcome and bears are possible.
A brisk 5-mile road hike climbs 1,000 feet in the first 1.5 miles, then follows the Mount Royal loop at a 3.2 mph pace. Bring a headlamp; leashed dogs are welcome and bears are possible.

A 4-mile in town group walk starting behind The Hound and passing under Helen’s Bridge before climbing to Windswept Drive and McCauley. Expect moderate elevation gain, city and mountain viewpoints, and an out-and-back route.

A 4-mile in town group walk starting behind The Hound and passing under Helen’s Bridge before climbing to Windswept Drive and McCauley. Expect moderate elevation gain, city and mountain viewpoints, and an out-and-back route.
A 4-mile in town group walk starting behind The Hound and passing under Helen’s Bridge before climbing to Windswept Drive and McCauley. Expect moderate elevation gain, city and mountain viewpoints, and an out-and-back route.

A relaxed autumn walk loops around Beaver Lake, with a noon meet-and-greet before the stroll. Connect with new neighbors while enjoying fresh air, lakeside scenery, and fall colors.

A relaxed autumn walk loops around Beaver Lake, with a noon meet-and-greet before the stroll. Connect with new neighbors while enjoying fresh air, lakeside scenery, and fall colors.
A relaxed autumn walk loops around Beaver Lake, with a noon meet-and-greet before the stroll. Connect with new neighbors while enjoying fresh air, lakeside scenery, and fall colors.

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.
