John Rock Loop Hike
A 5.9-mile Pisgah National Forest hike climbs about 1,100 feet to a scenic overlook, with creek crossings along the route. Bring food, water, and sturdy shoes for the 3–4-hour outing.
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Hike a moderately strenuous five-mile forest loop with 1,000 feet of elevation gain through a near-pristine watershed. Discover streams, springs, seeps, and uncommon swamp and bog habitats along the way.
Hike a moderately strenuous five-mile forest loop with 1,000 feet of elevation gain through a near-pristine watershed. Discover streams, springs, seeps, and uncommon swamp and bog habitats along the way.
Hike a moderately strenuous five-mile forest loop with 1,000 feet of elevation gain through a near-pristine watershed. Discover streams, springs, seeps, and uncommon swamp and bog habitats along the way.
Guided waterfall hike through Pisgah National Forest with a moderate pace on forest trails and rocky creek crossings. Expect scenic overlooks, local natural history insights, and a small group, safety minded outing with an experienced guide.
Guided waterfall hike through Pisgah National Forest with a moderate pace on forest trails and rocky creek crossings. Expect scenic overlooks, local natural history insights, and a small group, safety minded outing with an experienced guide.
Guided waterfall hike through Pisgah National Forest with a moderate pace on forest trails and rocky creek crossings. Expect scenic overlooks, local natural history insights, and a small group, safety minded outing with an experienced guide.
Bent Creek Hike!!
MoreA relaxed morning hike follows Bent Creek to Lake Powhatan, circles the lakeshore, and winds through the Pine Tree loop before a casual lunch at a local bistro.
A relaxed morning hike follows Bent Creek to Lake Powhatan, circles the lakeshore, and winds through the Pine Tree loop before a casual lunch at a local bistro.
A relaxed morning hike follows Bent Creek to Lake Powhatan, circles the lakeshore, and winds through the Pine Tree loop before a casual lunch at a local bistro.
A midday group trek to Catawba Falls with forested trail views and a waterfall payoff, geared toward social connection on the trail. Expect a shared outdoor pace and a meetup-style hike atmosphere.
A midday group trek to Catawba Falls with forested trail views and a waterfall payoff, geared toward social connection on the trail. Expect a shared outdoor pace and a meetup-style hike atmosphere.
A midday group trek to Catawba Falls with forested trail views and a waterfall payoff, geared toward social connection on the trail. Expect a shared outdoor pace and a meetup-style hike atmosphere.
A guided walk to Lake Junaluska with an easy pace geared toward sightseeing and light exercise. Expect lake views, seasonal mountain scenery, and local guide commentary for a relaxed group outing.
A guided walk to Lake Junaluska with an easy pace geared toward sightseeing and light exercise. Expect lake views, seasonal mountain scenery, and local guide commentary for a relaxed group outing.
A guided walk to Lake Junaluska with an easy pace geared toward sightseeing and light exercise. Expect lake views, seasonal mountain scenery, and local guide commentary for a relaxed group outing.
A monthly training hike brings Western North Carolina Camino pilgrims together to build endurance and community on scenic local trails. The route is shared through the chapter’s Facebook announcements.
A monthly training hike brings Western North Carolina Camino pilgrims together to build endurance and community on scenic local trails. The route is shared through the chapter’s Facebook announcements.
A monthly training hike brings Western North Carolina Camino pilgrims together to build endurance and community on scenic local trails. The route is shared through the chapter’s Facebook announcements.
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.
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 how visual art and environmental storytelling can inspire conservation, with perspectives from an Asheville artist and Preserving a Picturesque America. Connect creative practice with community organizing and nature journaling.
Explore how visual art and environmental storytelling can inspire conservation, with perspectives from an Asheville artist and Preserving a Picturesque America. Connect creative practice with community organizing and nature journaling.
Explore how visual art and environmental storytelling can inspire conservation, with perspectives from an Asheville artist and Preserving a Picturesque America. Connect creative practice with community organizing and nature journaling.
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.
Slonuts Ride
MoreMonday-morning social cycling loop that rolls out after coffee and snacks, then cruises 10–14 miles with about 1,000 feet of climbing. A no drop group ride that finishes with fresh Hole Doughnuts and weekly route updates.
Monday-morning social cycling loop that rolls out after coffee and snacks, then cruises 10–14 miles with about 1,000 feet of climbing. A no drop group ride that finishes with fresh Hole Doughnuts and weekly route updates.
Monday-morning social cycling loop that rolls out after coffee and snacks, then cruises 10–14 miles with about 1,000 feet of climbing. A no drop group ride that finishes with fresh Hole Doughnuts and weekly route updates.
Flow through a restorative three-hour practice blending yoga, meditation, forest bathing, local wisdom, and a guided hike to a refreshing waterfall amid Appalachian woodland, with time for nature connection.
Flow through a restorative three-hour practice blending yoga, meditation, forest bathing, local wisdom, and a guided hike to a refreshing waterfall amid Appalachian woodland, with time for nature connection.
Flow through a restorative three-hour practice blending yoga, meditation, forest bathing, local wisdom, and a guided hike to a refreshing waterfall amid Appalachian woodland, with time for nature connection.
Evening group road cycling around Hendersonville offers a choice between a relaxed social pace and a challenging hilly loop, bringing local riders together for an outdoor club ride.
Evening group road cycling around Hendersonville offers a choice between a relaxed social pace and a challenging hilly loop, bringing local riders together for an outdoor club ride.
Evening group road cycling around Hendersonville offers a choice between a relaxed social pace and a challenging hilly loop, bringing local riders together for an outdoor club ride.
A reflective mountain hike blends yoga asana with sensory attention to wind, trees, and the surrounding landscape. Reconnect with nature while exploring your inner world through mindful movement.
A reflective mountain hike blends yoga asana with sensory attention to wind, trees, and the surrounding landscape. Reconnect with nature while exploring your inner world through mindful movement.
A reflective mountain hike blends yoga asana with sensory attention to wind, trees, and the surrounding landscape. Reconnect with nature while exploring your inner world through mindful movement.
A welcoming no-drop group cycling ride follows Asheville’s river routes, with regrouping and social breaks along the way. Distance and elevation vary, from easy greenway cruising to increasingly challenging rides.
A welcoming no-drop group cycling ride follows Asheville’s river routes, with regrouping and social breaks along the way. Distance and elevation vary, from easy greenway cruising to increasingly challenging rides.
A welcoming no-drop group cycling ride follows Asheville’s river routes, with regrouping and social breaks along the way. Distance and elevation vary, from easy greenway cruising to increasingly challenging rides.
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.
Group road cycling follows 26- or 33-mile routes through the rolling hills of Leicester and Alexander, with A and B pace options averaging 15–19 mph. Rides are weather permitting during daylight saving time.
Group road cycling follows 26- or 33-mile routes through the rolling hills of Leicester and Alexander, with A and B pace options averaging 15–19 mph. Rides are weather permitting during daylight saving time.
Group road cycling follows 26- or 33-mile routes through the rolling hills of Leicester and Alexander, with A and B pace options averaging 15–19 mph. Rides are weather permitting during daylight saving time.
A group mountain bike ride through Pisgah brings riders aged 50 and older together for an outdoor outing in the forest. Expect a recreational, community-minded ride.
A group mountain bike ride through Pisgah brings riders aged 50 and older together for an outdoor outing in the forest. Expect a recreational, community-minded ride.
A group mountain bike ride through Pisgah brings riders aged 50 and older together for an outdoor outing in the forest. Expect a recreational, community-minded ride.
A no drop mountain bike group ride through Bent Creek trails, with a supportive pace so no one gets left behind. Roll out from Ledford Branch Trailhead, then regroup at the shop for danishes and casual hang time.
A no drop mountain bike group ride through Bent Creek trails, with a supportive pace so no one gets left behind. Roll out from Ledford Branch Trailhead, then regroup at the shop for danishes and casual hang time.
A no drop mountain bike group ride through Bent Creek trails, with a supportive pace so no one gets left behind. Roll out from Ledford Branch Trailhead, then regroup at the shop for danishes and casual hang time.
An expert-led winter woods walk teaches tree identification through bark, branching, and other leafless clues. Naturalists explore seasonal forest ecology and sharpen their field observation skills near Waynesville.
An expert-led winter woods walk teaches tree identification through bark, branching, and other leafless clues. Naturalists explore seasonal forest ecology and sharpen their field observation skills near Waynesville.
An expert-led winter woods walk teaches tree identification through bark, branching, and other leafless clues. Naturalists explore seasonal forest ecology and sharpen their field observation skills near Waynesville.