
Hard Times to Grassy Knob to Chestnut Cove Loop - 7.3 mi, 1600 ft
Steep, fast paced 7.3 mile loop with 1,600 ft of climbing across Grassy Knob and Chestnut Cove Overlook; mostly singletrack on Bent Creek trails at a brisk 2.7 mph pace.
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Out-and-back mountain hike of about 10 miles with 1,600 feet of elevation gain, featuring steady uphill singletrack and rocky roots; group-paced with a lunch break at Sleepy Gap and carpool option.

A moderate 5.3 mile loop over Lookout Mountain and East Ridge with 1,100 feet of climbing, ridge line views, and a brisk pace; expect about two hours with a single mid hike water break.

A moderate 5.3 mile loop over Lookout Mountain and East Ridge with 1,100 feet of climbing, ridge line views, and a brisk pace; expect about two hours with a single mid hike water break.
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Brisk 5-mile Mountains-to-Sea Trail hike starting at the Folk Art Center parking lot, with a steady uphill to a scenic mountain overlook and a downhill return; dogs welcome on leash, aimed at reasonably fit hikers.

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Steep 6-mile ridge hike up Reynolds Mountain with about 1,000 feet of gain, road surfaces, and rewarding lake and mountain views; pace pushes 3.2 mph on the ascent. Limited parking and dogs on leash.

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Steep 6-mile ridge hike up Reynolds Mountain with about 1,000 feet of gain, road surfaces, and rewarding lake and mountain views; pace pushes 3.2 mph on the ascent. Limited parking and dogs on leash.

Forest gravel group ride from Rice Pinnacle through Bent Creek, with scenic climbs and mixed tracks suited to all abilities; a social pace outing by Asheville on Bikes for outdoor fitness and community.

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