Fall Trail Day
Explore nearly 10 miles of reopened hiking and biking trails, or choose your own route for a fall day of outdoor adventure at the Arboretum.
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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.
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.
Learn to identify Western North Carolina trees using field guides and clues such as bark, buds, leaf shape, habitat, and fruit or nuts. An outdoor class follows easy trails through autumn landscapes.
Learn to identify Western North Carolina trees using field guides and clues such as bark, buds, leaf shape, habitat, and fruit or nuts. An outdoor class follows easy trails through autumn landscapes.
Learn to identify Western North Carolina trees using field guides and clues such as bark, buds, leaf shape, habitat, and fruit or nuts. An outdoor class follows easy trails through autumn landscapes.
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.
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.
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.
Settle among autumn gardens to paint en plein air, capturing seasonal colors while reconnecting with nature and creative practice. A relaxed outdoor art session invites participants to develop observational painting skills.
Settle among autumn gardens to paint en plein air, capturing seasonal colors while reconnecting with nature and creative practice. A relaxed outdoor art session invites participants to develop observational painting skills.
Settle among autumn gardens to paint en plein air, capturing seasonal colors while reconnecting with nature and creative practice. A relaxed outdoor art session invites participants to develop observational painting skills.
Glowing botanical displays transform the arboretum into a festive evening walk, with colorful lights illuminating gardens and creating a seasonal outing for families and visitors of all ages.
Glowing botanical displays transform the arboretum into a festive evening walk, with colorful lights illuminating gardens and creating a seasonal outing for families and visitors of all ages.
Glowing botanical displays transform the arboretum into a festive evening walk, with colorful lights illuminating gardens and creating a seasonal outing for families and visitors of all ages.
Slow, sensory nature immersion along arboretum trails using shinrin yoku style prompts to unwind and reset. A guided outdoor wellness walk focused on mindful breathing, quiet observation, and stress relief in scenic gardens.
Slow, sensory nature immersion along arboretum trails using shinrin yoku style prompts to unwind and reset. A guided outdoor wellness walk focused on mindful breathing, quiet observation, and stress relief in scenic gardens.
Slow, sensory nature immersion along arboretum trails using shinrin yoku style prompts to unwind and reset. A guided outdoor wellness walk focused on mindful breathing, quiet observation, and stress relief in scenic gardens.
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.
A Halloween gathering for dogs and their people pairs festive treats and playful tricks with live music from Asheville Junction amid the North Carolina Arboretum’s outdoor setting.
A Halloween gathering for dogs and their people pairs festive treats and playful tricks with live music from Asheville Junction amid the North Carolina Arboretum’s outdoor setting.
A Halloween gathering for dogs and their people pairs festive treats and playful tricks with live music from Asheville Junction amid the North Carolina Arboretum’s outdoor setting.
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.
Explore the world of fall fungi through an outdoor nature adventure focused on mushrooms and seasonal ecology. The program welcomes participants ages 14 and up; registration is required.
Explore the world of fall fungi through an outdoor nature adventure focused on mushrooms and seasonal ecology. The program welcomes participants ages 14 and up; registration is required.
Explore the world of fall fungi through an outdoor nature adventure focused on mushrooms and seasonal ecology. The program welcomes participants ages 14 and up; registration is required.
Navigate a seasonal corn maze and enjoy a fall festival in an outdoor setting, with family-friendly autumn activities.
Navigate a seasonal corn maze and enjoy a fall festival in an outdoor setting, with family-friendly autumn activities.
Navigate a seasonal corn maze and enjoy a fall festival in an outdoor setting, with family-friendly autumn activities.
A nighttime haunted trail winds through the Adventure Center’s wooded grounds with eerie lighting, jump scares, and Halloween-themed thrills. Expect an outdoor walk-through scare attraction geared toward adrenaline and after-dark fun.
A nighttime haunted trail winds through the Adventure Center’s wooded grounds with eerie lighting, jump scares, and Halloween-themed thrills. Expect an outdoor walk-through scare attraction geared toward adrenaline and after-dark fun.
A nighttime haunted trail winds through the Adventure Center’s wooded grounds with eerie lighting, jump scares, and Halloween-themed thrills. Expect an outdoor walk-through scare attraction geared toward adrenaline and after-dark fun.
A mountaintop yoga flow set against sweeping Blue Ridge views and crisp autumn air at Bearwallow Mountain. Expect an all-levels guided practice with a short scenic hike and a grounding, nature-forward vibe.
A mountaintop yoga flow set against sweeping Blue Ridge views and crisp autumn air at Bearwallow Mountain. Expect an all-levels guided practice with a short scenic hike and a grounding, nature-forward vibe.
A mountaintop yoga flow set against sweeping Blue Ridge views and crisp autumn air at Bearwallow Mountain. Expect an all-levels guided practice with a short scenic hike and a grounding, nature-forward vibe.
A 60-minute sound bath surrounded by blooming gardens, using resonant healing instruments to soothe and reset the nervous system. Rain plans shift indoors to a window-lined space overlooking the forest for the same calming immersion.
A 60-minute sound bath surrounded by blooming gardens, using resonant healing instruments to soothe and reset the nervous system. Rain plans shift indoors to a window-lined space overlooking the forest for the same calming immersion.
A 60-minute sound bath surrounded by blooming gardens, using resonant healing instruments to soothe and reset the nervous system. Rain plans shift indoors to a window-lined space overlooking the forest for the same calming immersion.
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.
Browse a seasonal showcase of visual artwork in Black Mountain, with an autumn atmosphere and opportunities to explore creative work and connect with the local arts scene.
Browse a seasonal showcase of visual artwork in Black Mountain, with an autumn atmosphere and opportunities to explore creative work and connect with the local arts scene.
Browse a seasonal showcase of visual artwork in Black Mountain, with an autumn atmosphere and opportunities to explore creative work and connect with the local arts scene.
Hands-on pruning demonstration in the PPLG garden at the NC Arboretum, focusing on practical do’s and don’ts to avoid common plant care mistakes. Expect tool and technique guidance for shaping and maintaining healthy garden plants.
Hands-on pruning demonstration in the PPLG garden at the NC Arboretum, focusing on practical do’s and don’ts to avoid common plant care mistakes. Expect tool and technique guidance for shaping and maintaining healthy garden plants.
Hands-on pruning demonstration in the PPLG garden at the NC Arboretum, focusing on practical do’s and don’ts to avoid common plant care mistakes. Expect tool and technique guidance for shaping and maintaining healthy garden plants.