Montford & Asheville Downtown walk about 4 miles
A guided 4 mile walk from the Montford Visitor Center weaves through historic Montford and into downtown Asheville on mostly paved terrain with a few hills. Designed for active retirees, with free parking, restrooms, and a no dogs policy.
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A leisurely 2 mile perimeter loop around Beaver Lake on a mostly flat, easy route with frequent pauses for sightseeing and sharing natural points of interest. Meets at the trailhead for a social weekday morning walk.
A leisurely 2 mile perimeter loop around Beaver Lake on a mostly flat, easy route with frequent pauses for sightseeing and sharing natural points of interest. Meets at the trailhead for a social weekday morning walk.
A leisurely 2 mile perimeter loop around Beaver Lake on a mostly flat, easy route with frequent pauses for sightseeing and sharing natural points of interest. Meets at the trailhead for a social weekday morning walk.
A flexible 4 mile group walk starting at 229 Riverside Dr and looping past Hi Wire toward Amboy Road, through French Broad River Park, then back via Craven Street. Fresh air, easy pacing, and a supportive introvert friendly vibe with optional turnarounds.
A flexible 4 mile group walk starting at 229 Riverside Dr and looping past Hi Wire toward Amboy Road, through French Broad River Park, then back via Craven Street. Fresh air, easy pacing, and a supportive introvert friendly vibe with optional turnarounds.
A flexible 4 mile group walk starting at 229 Riverside Dr and looping past Hi Wire toward Amboy Road, through French Broad River Park, then back via Craven Street. Fresh air, easy pacing, and a supportive introvert friendly vibe with optional turnarounds.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville’s past, with storytelling that highlights key people, places, and turning points. Starts from a Patton Avenue coffee shop bar and is organized by TriangleWalkingTours.com.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville’s past, with storytelling that highlights key people, places, and turning points. Starts from a Patton Avenue coffee shop bar and is organized by TriangleWalkingTours.com.
Historian-led walking excursion through downtown Asheville’s past, with storytelling that highlights key people, places, and turning points. Starts from a Patton Avenue coffee shop bar and is organized by TriangleWalkingTours.com.
Group hike along shaded forest trails to Catawba Falls, passing moss covered rocks and cascading waterfall viewpoints; meet at 70 College Street for a relaxed, community paced daytime walk.
Group hike along shaded forest trails to Catawba Falls, passing moss covered rocks and cascading waterfall viewpoints; meet at 70 College Street for a relaxed, community paced daytime walk.
Group hike along shaded forest trails to Catawba Falls, passing moss covered rocks and cascading waterfall viewpoints; meet at 70 College Street for a relaxed, community paced daytime walk.
Guided evening lakeside stroll offering sunset views, birdwatching, and light interpretive commentary on local flora; casual pace suitable for beginners and families, with meeting logistics handled by the visitor center.
Guided evening lakeside stroll offering sunset views, birdwatching, and light interpretive commentary on local flora; casual pace suitable for beginners and families, with meeting logistics handled by the visitor center.
Guided evening lakeside stroll offering sunset views, birdwatching, and light interpretive commentary on local flora; casual pace suitable for beginners and families, with meeting logistics handled by the visitor center.
Guided bird walks through the Swannanoa Valley blend birdwatching with local history, with an experienced Blue Ridge Audubon leader helping you spot and identify regional species. Rotating natural areas create a low key, curiosity driven outing for nature lovers.
Guided bird walks through the Swannanoa Valley blend birdwatching with local history, with an experienced Blue Ridge Audubon leader helping you spot and identify regional species. Rotating natural areas create a low key, curiosity driven outing for nature lovers.
Guided bird walks through the Swannanoa Valley blend birdwatching with local history, with an experienced Blue Ridge Audubon leader helping you spot and identify regional species. Rotating natural areas create a low key, curiosity driven outing for nature lovers.
A slow, sensory forest bathing experience unfolds along the NC Arboretum’s lush trails, emphasizing mindful presence and gentle nature immersion. Expect a calming outdoor reset with guided pauses for breath, sound, and observation.
A slow, sensory forest bathing experience unfolds along the NC Arboretum’s lush trails, emphasizing mindful presence and gentle nature immersion. Expect a calming outdoor reset with guided pauses for breath, sound, and observation.
A slow, sensory forest bathing experience unfolds along the NC Arboretum’s lush trails, emphasizing mindful presence and gentle nature immersion. Expect a calming outdoor reset with guided pauses for breath, sound, and observation.
Twilight community foraging walks through Asheville green spaces, teaching hands-on plant identification and harvesting of wild edibles and medicinal plants; beginner friendly, seasonal guidance focused on safe, sustainable harvesting and local ecology.
Twilight community foraging walks through Asheville green spaces, teaching hands-on plant identification and harvesting of wild edibles and medicinal plants; beginner friendly, seasonal guidance focused on safe, sustainable harvesting and local ecology.
Twilight community foraging walks through Asheville green spaces, teaching hands-on plant identification and harvesting of wild edibles and medicinal plants; beginner friendly, seasonal guidance focused on safe, sustainable harvesting and local ecology.
Guided birding walks through the Swannanoa Valley blend springtime wildlife spotting with place based storytelling. An experienced Blue Ridge Audubon guide helps you identify local species while exploring the region’s natural and historical landmarks.
Guided birding walks through the Swannanoa Valley blend springtime wildlife spotting with place based storytelling. An experienced Blue Ridge Audubon guide helps you identify local species while exploring the region’s natural and historical landmarks.
Guided birding walks through the Swannanoa Valley blend springtime wildlife spotting with place based storytelling. An experienced Blue Ridge Audubon guide helps you identify local species while exploring the region’s natural and historical landmarks.
Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.
Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.
Guided forest-bathing walk through mature Blue Ridge Arboretum trails, emphasizing slow-paced sensory practices—breath awareness, mindful listening, and grounding exercises—to deepen nature connection and reduce stress in a curated woodland setting.
A brisk sober curious coffee walk through the River Arts District with a 3–4 mile loop over Haywood Bridge to the former French Broad Park area, then back via Craven St Bridge. Meet at Summit Coffee; punctual start and active construction along the route.
A brisk sober curious coffee walk through the River Arts District with a 3–4 mile loop over Haywood Bridge to the former French Broad Park area, then back via Craven St Bridge. Meet at Summit Coffee; punctual start and active construction along the route.
A brisk sober curious coffee walk through the River Arts District with a 3–4 mile loop over Haywood Bridge to the former French Broad Park area, then back via Craven St Bridge. Meet at Summit Coffee; punctual start and active construction along the route.
A relaxed spring stroll along arboretum garden trails at an easy, conversational pace with scenic blooms and mountain views. The morning wraps with a casual coffee hang at the on site Arbor Eatery, ideal for meeting other locals.
A relaxed spring stroll along arboretum garden trails at an easy, conversational pace with scenic blooms and mountain views. The morning wraps with a casual coffee hang at the on site Arbor Eatery, ideal for meeting other locals.
A relaxed spring stroll along arboretum garden trails at an easy, conversational pace with scenic blooms and mountain views. The morning wraps with a casual coffee hang at the on site Arbor Eatery, ideal for meeting other locals.
A moderate-paced group hike covering 5–5.5 miles from the Rice Pinnacle parking area in Bent Creek. Expect a steady 2.7–3 mph walk with a single halfway water stop and a finish around 10:50–11:00 p.m.
A moderate-paced group hike covering 5–5.5 miles from the Rice Pinnacle parking area in Bent Creek. Expect a steady 2.7–3 mph walk with a single halfway water stop and a finish around 10:50–11:00 p.m.
A moderate-paced group hike covering 5–5.5 miles from the Rice Pinnacle parking area in Bent Creek. Expect a steady 2.7–3 mph walk with a single halfway water stop and a finish around 10:50–11:00 p.m.
Guided ridge hike ascending forested trails to the Pinnacle of the Blue Ridge, with panoramic overlooks and local natural history interpretation led by the Swannanoa Valley Museum.
Guided ridge hike ascending forested trails to the Pinnacle of the Blue Ridge, with panoramic overlooks and local natural history interpretation led by the Swannanoa Valley Museum.
Guided ridge hike ascending forested trails to the Pinnacle of the Blue Ridge, with panoramic overlooks and local natural history interpretation led by the Swannanoa Valley Museum.
Guided birding walks through the Swannanoa Valley blend springtime wildlife spotting with storytelling about regional landmarks and past events. Learn to identify local species with an experienced Blue Ridge Audubon guide across multiple outdoor locations.
Guided birding walks through the Swannanoa Valley blend springtime wildlife spotting with storytelling about regional landmarks and past events. Learn to identify local species with an experienced Blue Ridge Audubon guide across multiple outdoor locations.
Guided birding walks through the Swannanoa Valley blend springtime wildlife spotting with storytelling about regional landmarks and past events. Learn to identify local species with an experienced Blue Ridge Audubon guide across multiple outdoor locations.
Team-based scavenger hunt with brand-new clues sends small groups roaming downtown Asheville to solve challenges and explore hidden details. Starts with snacks and drinks upstairs at Periscope in S&W Market, with a social meetup vibe for newcomers and returners.
Team-based scavenger hunt with brand-new clues sends small groups roaming downtown Asheville to solve challenges and explore hidden details. Starts with snacks and drinks upstairs at Periscope in S&W Market, with a social meetup vibe for newcomers and returners.
Team-based scavenger hunt with brand-new clues sends small groups roaming downtown Asheville to solve challenges and explore hidden details. Starts with snacks and drinks upstairs at Periscope in S&W Market, with a social meetup vibe for newcomers and returners.
A guided walk highlighting Asheville’s Art Deco design, with close-up looks at geometric ornament, stonework, and period details around a historic school campus. Ideal for architecture lovers and local history nerds.
A guided walk highlighting Asheville’s Art Deco design, with close-up looks at geometric ornament, stonework, and period details around a historic school campus. Ideal for architecture lovers and local history nerds.
A guided walk highlighting Asheville’s Art Deco design, with close-up looks at geometric ornament, stonework, and period details around a historic school campus. Ideal for architecture lovers and local history nerds.
Easy pace group ride through Asheville neighborhoods ending at a local cafe for coffee; Asheville on Bikes hosts a social, all levels bike meetup focused on community connection and casual conversation.
Easy pace group ride through Asheville neighborhoods ending at a local cafe for coffee; Asheville on Bikes hosts a social, all levels bike meetup focused on community connection and casual conversation.
Easy pace group ride through Asheville neighborhoods ending at a local cafe for coffee; Asheville on Bikes hosts a social, all levels bike meetup focused on community connection and casual conversation.
A guided Pisgah Forest hike leads to a scenic waterfall, with local naturalist style insights on flora, fauna, and trail safety along the way. Expect a moderate pace, photo stops, and a small group outdoor adventure.
A guided Pisgah Forest hike leads to a scenic waterfall, with local naturalist style insights on flora, fauna, and trail safety along the way. Expect a moderate pace, photo stops, and a small group outdoor adventure.
A guided Pisgah Forest hike leads to a scenic waterfall, with local naturalist style insights on flora, fauna, and trail safety along the way. Expect a moderate pace, photo stops, and a small group outdoor adventure.
A 2.5-mile out-and-back hike on the MTS Trail starting near The Fresh Market on Hendersonville Rd, with rolling terrain and the biggest climb right at the beginning. Expect a brisk 3.0–3.2 mph pace and leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome near occasional road crossings.
A 2.5-mile out-and-back hike on the MTS Trail starting near The Fresh Market on Hendersonville Rd, with rolling terrain and the biggest climb right at the beginning. Expect a brisk 3.0–3.2 mph pace and leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome near occasional road crossings.
A 2.5-mile out-and-back hike on the MTS Trail starting near The Fresh Market on Hendersonville Rd, with rolling terrain and the biggest climb right at the beginning. Expect a brisk 3.0–3.2 mph pace and leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome near occasional road crossings.