
Ledford Branch Loop: 5 mi., 500 ft. Elev. Gain
A mellow 5 mile Bent Creek loop with about 500 feet of elevation gain, paced around 2.5 mph for a gentle challenge. Expect a patchwork of wide gravel roads and narrow single file trail connectors over rolling hills.
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A social pace mountain bike group ride rolling out from Ledford Trailhead into Bent Creek’s singletrack, with a friendly “slow cial” vibe geared toward steady cruising and community connection on the trails.

A social pace mountain bike group ride rolling out from Ledford Trailhead into Bent Creek’s singletrack, with a friendly “slow cial” vibe geared toward steady cruising and community connection on the trails.
A social pace mountain bike group ride rolling out from Ledford Trailhead into Bent Creek’s singletrack, with a friendly “slow cial” vibe geared toward steady cruising and community connection on the trails.

A no drop mountain bike group ride rolls out from Ledford Branch Trailhead in Bent Creek with a supportive pace and regroup points. Post ride hangs at the shop include danishes and casual community time.

A no drop mountain bike group ride rolls out from Ledford Branch Trailhead in Bent Creek with a supportive pace and regroup points. Post ride hangs at the shop include danishes and casual community time.
A no drop mountain bike group ride rolls out from Ledford Branch Trailhead in Bent Creek with a supportive pace and regroup points. Post ride hangs at the shop include danishes and casual community time.

Women-led mountain bike group ride rolling from the Ledford parking lot trailhead in Bent Creek with posted pace and route details. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options tailored to different skill levels and supportive trail camaraderie.

Women-led mountain bike group ride rolling from the Ledford parking lot trailhead in Bent Creek with posted pace and route details. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options tailored to different skill levels and supportive trail camaraderie.
Women-led mountain bike group ride rolling from the Ledford parking lot trailhead in Bent Creek with posted pace and route details. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options tailored to different skill levels and supportive trail camaraderie.

Midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, community-led pace through lush forest trails to a cascading waterfall overlook. Ideal for locals who want an outdoor meetup and shared trail time near Asheville.

Midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, community-led pace through lush forest trails to a cascading waterfall overlook. Ideal for locals who want an outdoor meetup and shared trail time near Asheville.
Midday group hike to Catawba Falls with a social, community-led pace through lush forest trails to a cascading waterfall overlook. Ideal for locals who want an outdoor meetup and shared trail time near Asheville.

Casual evening stroll around Richmond Hill Park on an easy 1–2 mile loop. Meet at the picnic shelter for a beginner friendly, social walk with the Asheville Millennials community.

Casual evening stroll around Richmond Hill Park on an easy 1–2 mile loop. Meet at the picnic shelter for a beginner friendly, social walk with the Asheville Millennials community.
Casual evening stroll around Richmond Hill Park on an easy 1–2 mile loop. Meet at the picnic shelter for a beginner friendly, social walk with the Asheville Millennials community.

A social pace gravel group ride rolling out from Rice Pinnacle in Bent Creek, geared toward casual miles and community connection. Expect mixed-surface climbs and descents with a friendly, no drop vibe.

A social pace gravel group ride rolling out from Rice Pinnacle in Bent Creek, geared toward casual miles and community connection. Expect mixed-surface climbs and descents with a friendly, no drop vibe.
A social pace gravel group ride rolling out from Rice Pinnacle in Bent Creek, geared toward casual miles and community connection. Expect mixed-surface climbs and descents with a friendly, no drop vibe.

A 3.65 mile neighborhood loop starting at Kenilworth Park climbs Reservoir Road with about 614 feet of elevation gain. Expect a 1.5–2 hour social walk contrasting newer and older Kenilworth streetscapes with steady uphill segments.

A 3.65 mile neighborhood loop starting at Kenilworth Park climbs Reservoir Road with about 614 feet of elevation gain. Expect a 1.5–2 hour social walk contrasting newer and older Kenilworth streetscapes with steady uphill segments.
A 3.65 mile neighborhood loop starting at Kenilworth Park climbs Reservoir Road with about 614 feet of elevation gain. Expect a 1.5–2 hour social walk contrasting newer and older Kenilworth streetscapes with steady uphill segments.

Brisk 2.5-mile out-and-back hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail starting near Fresh Market on Hendersonville Rd, with rolling terrain and a bigger opening hill. Leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome; trail briefly meets the road in spots.

Brisk 2.5-mile out-and-back hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail starting near Fresh Market on Hendersonville Rd, with rolling terrain and a bigger opening hill. Leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome; trail briefly meets the road in spots.
Brisk 2.5-mile out-and-back hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail starting near Fresh Market on Hendersonville Rd, with rolling terrain and a bigger opening hill. Leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome; trail briefly meets the road in spots.

Women focused mountain bike group ride rolling from Ledford Parking Lot in Bent Creek, with pre ride updates posted in the Motion Makers Facebook group. Weekly options include a Monday evening meet up with a 6:15pm roll out plus a Wednesday morning ride by skill level.

Women focused mountain bike group ride rolling from Ledford Parking Lot in Bent Creek, with pre ride updates posted in the Motion Makers Facebook group. Weekly options include a Monday evening meet up with a 6:15pm roll out plus a Wednesday morning ride by skill level.
Women focused mountain bike group ride rolling from Ledford Parking Lot in Bent Creek, with pre ride updates posted in the Motion Makers Facebook group. Weekly options include a Monday evening meet up with a 6:15pm roll out plus a Wednesday morning ride by skill level.

A guided Pisgah Forest trek to scenic waterfalls with trail storytelling and local natural history along the way. Expect a moderate-pace hike on rugged mountain paths with time for photos and creekside breaks.

A guided Pisgah Forest trek to scenic waterfalls with trail storytelling and local natural history along the way. Expect a moderate-pace hike on rugged mountain paths with time for photos and creekside breaks.
A guided Pisgah Forest trek to scenic waterfalls with trail storytelling and local natural history along the way. Expect a moderate-pace hike on rugged mountain paths with time for photos and creekside breaks.

A scenic group walk around Lake Junaluska with a relaxed pace and easy terrain, geared toward casual walkers and conversation. Ideal for newcomers seeking fresh air, mountain views, and a low key evening meetup.

A scenic group walk around Lake Junaluska with a relaxed pace and easy terrain, geared toward casual walkers and conversation. Ideal for newcomers seeking fresh air, mountain views, and a low key evening meetup.
A scenic group walk around Lake Junaluska with a relaxed pace and easy terrain, geared toward casual walkers and conversation. Ideal for newcomers seeking fresh air, mountain views, and a low key evening meetup.