
Folk Art Center to Hawcreek Overlook aka Lunch Rock
A flexible out-and-back hike climbs from the Blue Ridge Parkway to Haw Creek Overlook, or farther up the hill beyond Lunch Rock. Set your own pace and bring leashed dogs.
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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 relaxed, self-paced group hike through Graveyard Fields brings peak fall foliage, waterfall views, and crisp mountain scenery together for a free community outing in the Blue Ridge.

A relaxed, self-paced group hike through Graveyard Fields brings peak fall foliage, waterfall views, and crisp mountain scenery together for a free community outing in the Blue Ridge.
A relaxed, self-paced group hike through Graveyard Fields brings peak fall foliage, waterfall views, and crisp mountain scenery together for a free community outing in the Blue Ridge.

A free adult Parks & Recreation outing connected to the Blue Ridge Parkway, offering a chance to explore the area and enjoy an active morning in community.

A free adult Parks & Recreation outing connected to the Blue Ridge Parkway, offering a chance to explore the area and enjoy an active morning in community.
A free adult Parks & Recreation outing connected to the Blue Ridge Parkway, offering a chance to explore the area and enjoy an active morning in community.

A hilly out-and-back hike on the reopened Mountain-to-Sea Trail near Craven Gap, covering 5.6 miles with 850 feet of elevation gain. Expect mostly sunny stretches, new storm-shaped vistas, and a steady, moderate trek with a local hiking group.

A hilly out-and-back hike on the reopened Mountain-to-Sea Trail near Craven Gap, covering 5.6 miles with 850 feet of elevation gain. Expect mostly sunny stretches, new storm-shaped vistas, and a steady, moderate trek with a local hiking group.
A hilly out-and-back hike on the reopened Mountain-to-Sea Trail near Craven Gap, covering 5.6 miles with 850 feet of elevation gain. Expect mostly sunny stretches, new storm-shaped vistas, and a steady, moderate trek with a local hiking group.

Sunset yoga flows on a mountaintop overlook along the Blue Ridge Parkway, blending breathwork and movement with a “vortex” energy theme. A short, retreat-style session geared toward grounding, presence, and wide-open ridge views.

Sunset yoga flows on a mountaintop overlook along the Blue Ridge Parkway, blending breathwork and movement with a “vortex” energy theme. A short, retreat-style session geared toward grounding, presence, and wide-open ridge views.
Sunset yoga flows on a mountaintop overlook along the Blue Ridge Parkway, blending breathwork and movement with a “vortex” energy theme. A short, retreat-style session geared toward grounding, presence, and wide-open ridge views.

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.

A mountaintop yoga micro retreat blending vinyasa flow, breathwork, and quiet grounding practices with sweeping Blue Ridge Parkway views. Expect a slow, nature-soaked reset designed for mindful movement and deep exhale.

A mountaintop yoga micro retreat blending vinyasa flow, breathwork, and quiet grounding practices with sweeping Blue Ridge Parkway views. Expect a slow, nature-soaked reset designed for mindful movement and deep exhale.
A mountaintop yoga micro retreat blending vinyasa flow, breathwork, and quiet grounding practices with sweeping Blue Ridge Parkway views. Expect a slow, nature-soaked reset designed for mindful movement and deep exhale.

A relaxed, social morning hike to Catawba Falls with time to soak in autumn scenery and waterfall views at an easy pace. After the trail, the group heads into Old Fort for a laid-back lunch and conversation.

A relaxed, social morning hike to Catawba Falls with time to soak in autumn scenery and waterfall views at an easy pace. After the trail, the group heads into Old Fort for a laid-back lunch and conversation.
A relaxed, social morning hike to Catawba Falls with time to soak in autumn scenery and waterfall views at an easy pace. After the trail, the group heads into Old Fort for a laid-back lunch and conversation.

Follow a guided mountain hike through Craggy Pinnacle’s autumn wilderness, taking in vivid fall foliage and seasonal views along a Blue Ridge Parkway trail for a colorful outdoor stroll.

Follow a guided mountain hike through Craggy Pinnacle’s autumn wilderness, taking in vivid fall foliage and seasonal views along a Blue Ridge Parkway trail for a colorful outdoor stroll.
Follow a guided mountain hike through Craggy Pinnacle’s autumn wilderness, taking in vivid fall foliage and seasonal views along a Blue Ridge Parkway trail for a colorful outdoor stroll.

A midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, outdoorsy crew. Expect a scenic waterfall trail walk with steady pacing, photo stops, and casual conversation on the way in and out.

A midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, outdoorsy crew. Expect a scenic waterfall trail walk with steady pacing, photo stops, and casual conversation on the way in and out.
A midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, outdoorsy crew. Expect a scenic waterfall trail walk with steady pacing, photo stops, and casual conversation on the way in and out.

Guided slackpacking on the Appalachian Trail, day-hike format with support so participants carry light daypacks while guides manage gear, focusing on ridgeline views and hardwood forest trails.

Guided slackpacking on the Appalachian Trail, day-hike format with support so participants carry light daypacks while guides manage gear, focusing on ridgeline views and hardwood forest trails.
Guided slackpacking on the Appalachian Trail, day-hike format with support so participants carry light daypacks while guides manage gear, focusing on ridgeline views and hardwood forest trails.

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.

Guided Pisgah Forest hike to a scenic waterfall with local trail insights and photo stops along the way. Expect a moderate-pace outing focused on fresh air, forest views, and classic Blue Ridge hiking terrain.

Guided Pisgah Forest hike to a scenic waterfall with local trail insights and photo stops along the way. Expect a moderate-pace outing focused on fresh air, forest views, and classic Blue Ridge hiking terrain.
Guided Pisgah Forest hike to a scenic waterfall with local trail insights and photo stops along the way. Expect a moderate-pace outing focused on fresh air, forest views, and classic Blue Ridge hiking terrain.

A guided community walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Expect slow-paced trail time, seasonal observations, and practical tips on safe, ethical harvesting.

A guided community walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Expect slow-paced trail time, seasonal observations, and practical tips on safe, ethical harvesting.
A guided community walk focused on foraging basics and identifying wild edible plants in the Asheville area. Expect slow-paced trail time, seasonal observations, and practical tips on safe, ethical harvesting.

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.

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 guided hike to a Blue Ridge mountaintop pairs scenic trail time with a calming yoga session and mindful breathing. Designed for unplugging and recharging in mountain air with a small-group wellness vibe.
A guided hike to a Blue Ridge mountaintop pairs scenic trail time with a calming yoga session and mindful breathing. Designed for unplugging and recharging in mountain air with a small-group wellness vibe.
A guided hike to a Blue Ridge mountaintop pairs scenic trail time with a calming yoga session and mindful breathing. Designed for unplugging and recharging in mountain air with a small-group wellness vibe.

A guided group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic lakeside views and an easy, social pace. Ideal for visitors and locals looking for fresh air, photo stops, and relaxed community conversation outdoors.

A guided group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic lakeside views and an easy, social pace. Ideal for visitors and locals looking for fresh air, photo stops, and relaxed community conversation outdoors.
A guided group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic lakeside views and an easy, social pace. Ideal for visitors and locals looking for fresh air, photo stops, and relaxed community conversation outdoors.

An outdoor yoga session with sweeping Bearwallow Mountain views, blending fresh-air movement and grounding breathwork in a high-elevation setting. Ideal for a midday reset with nature immersion and gentle adventure.

An outdoor yoga session with sweeping Bearwallow Mountain views, blending fresh-air movement and grounding breathwork in a high-elevation setting. Ideal for a midday reset with nature immersion and gentle adventure.
An outdoor yoga session with sweeping Bearwallow Mountain views, blending fresh-air movement and grounding breathwork in a high-elevation setting. Ideal for a midday reset with nature immersion and gentle adventure.