
Hike the Trails of Richmond Hill Park
Trails recently reopened after Hurricane Helene wind through mixed hardwoods on a 2.6-mile loop with about 308 feet elevation, including a shallow water crossing; dog-friendly, not wheelchair accessible, waterproof shoes advised.
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Morning 2.6-mile loop on recently reopened trails with a moderate 308-foot climb, shallow creek crossings, and dog-friendly paths; bring waterproof shoes and water for uneven, unpaved terrain.

Morning 2.6-mile loop on recently reopened trails with a moderate 308-foot climb, shallow creek crossings, and dog-friendly paths; bring waterproof shoes and water for uneven, unpaved terrain.
Morning 2.6-mile loop on recently reopened trails with a moderate 308-foot climb, shallow creek crossings, and dog-friendly paths; bring waterproof shoes and water for uneven, unpaved terrain.

Scarred switchbacks and changed vistas reveal Hurricane Helene's impact along the newly reopened Mountain to Sea Trail. 5-mile out-and-back with roughly 800 feet elevation gain, moderate-paced community hike.

Scarred switchbacks and changed vistas reveal Hurricane Helene's impact along the newly reopened Mountain to Sea Trail. 5-mile out-and-back with roughly 800 feet elevation gain, moderate-paced community hike.
Scarred switchbacks and changed vistas reveal Hurricane Helene's impact along the newly reopened Mountain to Sea Trail. 5-mile out-and-back with roughly 800 feet elevation gain, moderate-paced community hike.

Scenic group hike to cascading waterfalls along a moderate forest trail with rocky pools and short elevation gains; participants meet downtown for a neighborhood meetup and typically carpool to the trailhead.

Scenic group hike to cascading waterfalls along a moderate forest trail with rocky pools and short elevation gains; participants meet downtown for a neighborhood meetup and typically carpool to the trailhead.
Scenic group hike to cascading waterfalls along a moderate forest trail with rocky pools and short elevation gains; participants meet downtown for a neighborhood meetup and typically carpool to the trailhead.
Wade along forest trails to cascading falls on a guided afternoon hike through Pisgah National Forest, encountering creek crossings, rhododendron thickets, and seasonal wildflowers while learning local ecology.
Wade along forest trails to cascading falls on a guided afternoon hike through Pisgah National Forest, encountering creek crossings, rhododendron thickets, and seasonal wildflowers while learning local ecology.
Wade along forest trails to cascading falls on a guided afternoon hike through Pisgah National Forest, encountering creek crossings, rhododendron thickets, and seasonal wildflowers while learning local ecology.

Moonlit brisk 6.5 mile loop through UNC and Montford with several steep, heart-pumping climbs; expect sustained 2.5–3.0 mph pacing, uneven hilly terrain, and periodic short breaks for the group.

Moonlit brisk 6.5 mile loop through UNC and Montford with several steep, heart-pumping climbs; expect sustained 2.5–3.0 mph pacing, uneven hilly terrain, and periodic short breaks for the group.
Moonlit brisk 6.5 mile loop through UNC and Montford with several steep, heart-pumping climbs; expect sustained 2.5–3.0 mph pacing, uneven hilly terrain, and periodic short breaks for the group.
Gentle lakeside walk around Lake Junaluska led by the Asheville Visitor Center, highlighting wooded shoreline views, flat accessible paths, and relaxed community pacing for walkers of all skill levels.
Gentle lakeside walk around Lake Junaluska led by the Asheville Visitor Center, highlighting wooded shoreline views, flat accessible paths, and relaxed community pacing for walkers of all skill levels.
Gentle lakeside walk around Lake Junaluska led by the Asheville Visitor Center, highlighting wooded shoreline views, flat accessible paths, and relaxed community pacing for walkers of all skill levels.

Gentle morning stroll through Beaver Lake’s bird sanctuary boardwalk followed by a two-mile lakeside loop, introvert-friendly and rain-or-shine unless lightning; organized as a relaxed community walk for birdwatching and mild exercise.

Gentle morning stroll through Beaver Lake’s bird sanctuary boardwalk followed by a two-mile lakeside loop, introvert-friendly and rain-or-shine unless lightning; organized as a relaxed community walk for birdwatching and mild exercise.
Gentle morning stroll through Beaver Lake’s bird sanctuary boardwalk followed by a two-mile lakeside loop, introvert-friendly and rain-or-shine unless lightning; organized as a relaxed community walk for birdwatching and mild exercise.

Steep 7.5-mile loop with 1,800 feet of climbing and a sustained one-mile push that may require poles or using trees; reaches ridge near Ferrin Knob with expansive winter views before returning via Shut-In.

Steep 7.5-mile loop with 1,800 feet of climbing and a sustained one-mile push that may require poles or using trees; reaches ridge near Ferrin Knob with expansive winter views before returning via Shut-In.
Steep 7.5-mile loop with 1,800 feet of climbing and a sustained one-mile push that may require poles or using trees; reaches ridge near Ferrin Knob with expansive winter views before returning via Shut-In.

Evening stroll through Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary’s boardwalk loop followed by a two mile lakeside trail, with quiet birdwatching opportunities and a low key Asheville Introverts meetup, rain or shine unless lightning threatens.

Evening stroll through Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary’s boardwalk loop followed by a two mile lakeside trail, with quiet birdwatching opportunities and a low key Asheville Introverts meetup, rain or shine unless lightning threatens.
Evening stroll through Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary’s boardwalk loop followed by a two mile lakeside trail, with quiet birdwatching opportunities and a low key Asheville Introverts meetup, rain or shine unless lightning threatens.

Relaxed gravel ride over mixed dirt, roots, and rocky climbs at a slow social pace; Asheville on Bikes leads a community oriented group welcoming all skill levels and casual gravel rigs.

Relaxed gravel ride over mixed dirt, roots, and rocky climbs at a slow social pace; Asheville on Bikes leads a community oriented group welcoming all skill levels and casual gravel rigs.
Relaxed gravel ride over mixed dirt, roots, and rocky climbs at a slow social pace; Asheville on Bikes leads a community oriented group welcoming all skill levels and casual gravel rigs.

Weekly social bicycle rides with shifting routes and paces that accommodate all skill levels, from casual cruisers to spirited groups. Riders gather at a river dock meetup; follow Asheville on Bikes' Instagram for logistics.

Weekly social bicycle rides with shifting routes and paces that accommodate all skill levels, from casual cruisers to spirited groups. Riders gather at a river dock meetup; follow Asheville on Bikes' Instagram for logistics.
Weekly social bicycle rides with shifting routes and paces that accommodate all skill levels, from casual cruisers to spirited groups. Riders gather at a river dock meetup; follow Asheville on Bikes' Instagram for logistics.

Women-led mountain bike rides tackle rocky singletrack and rooty climbs at Rice Pinnacle; Asheville on Bikes runs an intermediate no-drop pace plus a separate beginner-friendly chill loop for newcomers and social riders.

Women-led mountain bike rides tackle rocky singletrack and rooty climbs at Rice Pinnacle; Asheville on Bikes runs an intermediate no-drop pace plus a separate beginner-friendly chill loop for newcomers and social riders.
Women-led mountain bike rides tackle rocky singletrack and rooty climbs at Rice Pinnacle; Asheville on Bikes runs an intermediate no-drop pace plus a separate beginner-friendly chill loop for newcomers and social riders.
Moonlit forest walk for quiet firefly viewing along shaded Blue Ridge trails, led by experienced guides; expect low light navigation, nocturnal wildlife sightings, and recommended headlamps and sturdy footwear for the night hike.
Moonlit forest walk for quiet firefly viewing along shaded Blue Ridge trails, led by experienced guides; expect low light navigation, nocturnal wildlife sightings, and recommended headlamps and sturdy footwear for the night hike.
Moonlit forest walk for quiet firefly viewing along shaded Blue Ridge trails, led by experienced guides; expect low light navigation, nocturnal wildlife sightings, and recommended headlamps and sturdy footwear for the night hike.
Evening lakeside stroll around Lake Junaluska (Tuesdays, 5–6pm) through mixed hardwoods and shoreline, led by Marga Fripp of The Pollinators Foundation for calm, community-focused nature immersion; free, no registration.
Evening lakeside stroll around Lake Junaluska (Tuesdays, 5–6pm) through mixed hardwoods and shoreline, led by Marga Fripp of The Pollinators Foundation for calm, community-focused nature immersion; free, no registration.
Evening lakeside stroll around Lake Junaluska (Tuesdays, 5–6pm) through mixed hardwoods and shoreline, led by Marga Fripp of The Pollinators Foundation for calm, community-focused nature immersion; free, no registration.

No drop women's mountain bike ride of 6 to 8 miles at a relaxed pace, welcoming beginners and intermediates; meetup at Ledford Branch Trailhead led by Asheville on Bikes community leaders.

No drop women's mountain bike ride of 6 to 8 miles at a relaxed pace, welcoming beginners and intermediates; meetup at Ledford Branch Trailhead led by Asheville on Bikes community leaders.
No drop women's mountain bike ride of 6 to 8 miles at a relaxed pace, welcoming beginners and intermediates; meetup at Ledford Branch Trailhead led by Asheville on Bikes community leaders.

Casual no drop mountain bike ride on Bent Creek singletrack from Ledford Branch Trailhead, welcoming all skill levels; group heads to the shop afterward for warm danishes and socializing.

Casual no drop mountain bike ride on Bent Creek singletrack from Ledford Branch Trailhead, welcoming all skill levels; group heads to the shop afterward for warm danishes and socializing.
Casual no drop mountain bike ride on Bent Creek singletrack from Ledford Branch Trailhead, welcoming all skill levels; group heads to the shop afterward for warm danishes and socializing.
Practical strategies for greenway design that reduce flooding, strengthen neighborhood connections, and preserve natural corridors; local residents and experts share case studies, funding tips, and next step planning for Swannanoa area resilience.
Practical strategies for greenway design that reduce flooding, strengthen neighborhood connections, and preserve natural corridors; local residents and experts share case studies, funding tips, and next step planning for Swannanoa area resilience.
Practical strategies for greenway design that reduce flooding, strengthen neighborhood connections, and preserve natural corridors; local residents and experts share case studies, funding tips, and next step planning for Swannanoa area resilience.