Scenic Avl Series #1: Hard Times Trail - Alternate Route
A moderate after work woods hike on Bent Creek’s Hard Times trail, covering roughly 5.5 to 6 miles with about 600 feet of elevation gain at a steady 3 mph on flats. Expect logging road and trail terrain, possible mud and high grass, downed trees near the start, and leashed dogs welcome.
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A mellow Bent Creek loop covering about 5 miles with roughly 500 feet of elevation gain at a moderate ~2.5 mph pace. Expect a mix of wide gravel roads and narrow single track with steady ups and downs on hilly terrain.
A mellow Bent Creek loop covering about 5 miles with roughly 500 feet of elevation gain at a moderate ~2.5 mph pace. Expect a mix of wide gravel roads and narrow single track with steady ups and downs on hilly terrain.
A mellow Bent Creek loop covering about 5 miles with roughly 500 feet of elevation gain at a moderate ~2.5 mph pace. Expect a mix of wide gravel roads and narrow single track with steady ups and downs on hilly terrain.
Easy 5-mile loop hike starting from Hard Times parking area, winding through Poplar Cove and Rocky Cove Road into the Arboretum near the broken dam gate. Follow creekside Bent Creek Gap trails, then Carolina Mountain and Wolf Branch for a relaxed social outing.
Easy 5-mile loop hike starting from Hard Times parking area, winding through Poplar Cove and Rocky Cove Road into the Arboretum near the broken dam gate. Follow creekside Bent Creek Gap trails, then Carolina Mountain and Wolf Branch for a relaxed social outing.
Easy 5-mile loop hike starting from Hard Times parking area, winding through Poplar Cove and Rocky Cove Road into the Arboretum near the broken dam gate. Follow creekside Bent Creek Gap trails, then Carolina Mountain and Wolf Branch for a relaxed social outing.
A gently undulating 5–6 mile out and back on Bull Creek Trail over to the Swannanoa River trail, moving at a steady ~3.2 mph through serene woods and peaceful waterways. Leashed, well behaved dogs are welcome.
A gently undulating 5–6 mile out and back on Bull Creek Trail over to the Swannanoa River trail, moving at a steady ~3.2 mph through serene woods and peaceful waterways. Leashed, well behaved dogs are welcome.
A gently undulating 5–6 mile out and back on Bull Creek Trail over to the Swannanoa River trail, moving at a steady ~3.2 mph through serene woods and peaceful waterways. Leashed, well behaved dogs are welcome.
Easy 1.5 mile Bull Mountain trail with just 109 feet of gain, dog friendly and beginner friendly; a low effort woodland stroll for Asheville Introverts seeking a relaxed community hike.
Easy 1.5 mile Bull Mountain trail with just 109 feet of gain, dog friendly and beginner friendly; a low effort woodland stroll for Asheville Introverts seeking a relaxed community hike.
Easy 1.5 mile Bull Mountain trail with just 109 feet of gain, dog friendly and beginner friendly; a low effort woodland stroll for Asheville Introverts seeking a relaxed community hike.
Moderately strenuous out and back hike covering roughly 5–6 miles and about 700 feet of elevation gain on the Rocky Fork, White Oak Flats, and Headwaters trails. Expect cove forest scenery, a scenic overlook, and a pre registered group outing.
Moderately strenuous out and back hike covering roughly 5–6 miles and about 700 feet of elevation gain on the Rocky Fork, White Oak Flats, and Headwaters trails. Expect cove forest scenery, a scenic overlook, and a pre registered group outing.
Moderately strenuous out and back hike covering roughly 5–6 miles and about 700 feet of elevation gain on the Rocky Fork, White Oak Flats, and Headwaters trails. Expect cove forest scenery, a scenic overlook, and a pre registered group outing.
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 woodland walk at the NC Arboretum following the Natural Garden Trail to Wesley Branch and Bent Creek, with side visits to the National Native Azalea Collection and Ethnobotany Trail; wear weatherproof sneakers and consider walking poles.
Guided woodland walk at the NC Arboretum following the Natural Garden Trail to Wesley Branch and Bent Creek, with side visits to the National Native Azalea Collection and Ethnobotany Trail; wear weatherproof sneakers and consider walking poles.
Guided woodland walk at the NC Arboretum following the Natural Garden Trail to Wesley Branch and Bent Creek, with side visits to the National Native Azalea Collection and Ethnobotany Trail; wear weatherproof sneakers and consider walking poles.
Pedal-friendly no-drop mountain bike singletrack on Bent Creek’s Ledford Branch, led by Motion Makers at an easygoing community pace for all skill levels. Riders convene afterward at the shop for warm danishes and casual socializing.
Pedal-friendly no-drop mountain bike singletrack on Bent Creek’s Ledford Branch, led by Motion Makers at an easygoing community pace for all skill levels. Riders convene afterward at the shop for warm danishes and casual socializing.
Pedal-friendly no-drop mountain bike singletrack on Bent Creek’s Ledford Branch, led by Motion Makers at an easygoing community pace for all skill levels. Riders convene afterward at the shop for warm danishes and casual socializing.
Easy paced mountain bike social at Bent Creek's Ledford Trailhead on mellow singletrack, emphasizing relaxed group pacing and basic skill coaching for beginner to intermediate riders; hosted by Asheville on Bikes.
Easy paced mountain bike social at Bent Creek's Ledford Trailhead on mellow singletrack, emphasizing relaxed group pacing and basic skill coaching for beginner to intermediate riders; hosted by Asheville on Bikes.
Easy paced mountain bike social at Bent Creek's Ledford Trailhead on mellow singletrack, emphasizing relaxed group pacing and basic skill coaching for beginner to intermediate riders; hosted by Asheville on Bikes.
Moderate pace group hike to DuPont State Forest’s Triple Falls on a roughly 2.5 mile trail, with time for waterfall views and casual conversation. Meet at the upper parking lot by the restrooms; groups may split depending on turnout.
Moderate pace group hike to DuPont State Forest’s Triple Falls on a roughly 2.5 mile trail, with time for waterfall views and casual conversation. Meet at the upper parking lot by the restrooms; groups may split depending on turnout.
Moderate pace group hike to DuPont State Forest’s Triple Falls on a roughly 2.5 mile trail, with time for waterfall views and casual conversation. Meet at the upper parking lot by the restrooms; groups may split depending on turnout.
No drop women’s mountain bike group ride exploring Bent Creek trails, with routes suited for beginners through expert riders. Post ride hangouts keep the camaraderie going at local breweries, bike shops, or other meetup spaces.
No drop women’s mountain bike group ride exploring Bent Creek trails, with routes suited for beginners through expert riders. Post ride hangouts keep the camaraderie going at local breweries, bike shops, or other meetup spaces.
No drop women’s mountain bike group ride exploring Bent Creek trails, with routes suited for beginners through expert riders. Post ride hangouts keep the camaraderie going at local breweries, bike shops, or other meetup spaces.
Forest trails lead to mossy waterfall viewpoints on a guided midday hike, with interpretive trail commentary, steady paced walking, and panoramic creekside scenery, ideal for outdoors enthusiasts and photographers.
Forest trails lead to mossy waterfall viewpoints on a guided midday hike, with interpretive trail commentary, steady paced walking, and panoramic creekside scenery, ideal for outdoors enthusiasts and photographers.
Forest trails lead to mossy waterfall viewpoints on a guided midday hike, with interpretive trail commentary, steady paced walking, and panoramic creekside scenery, ideal for outdoors enthusiasts and photographers.
Leisurely social gravel ride up Rice Pinnacle through Bent Creek's scenic dirt roads and singletrack, emphasizing a relaxed pace and group camaraderie; suitable for cyclists of all ability levels organized by Asheville on Bikes.
Leisurely social gravel ride up Rice Pinnacle through Bent Creek's scenic dirt roads and singletrack, emphasizing a relaxed pace and group camaraderie; suitable for cyclists of all ability levels organized by Asheville on Bikes.
Leisurely social gravel ride up Rice Pinnacle through Bent Creek's scenic dirt roads and singletrack, emphasizing a relaxed pace and group camaraderie; suitable for cyclists of all ability levels organized by Asheville on Bikes.
Early-morning social road ride covering 10 to 14 miles with about 1,000 feet of climbing, paced no-drop for mixed-ability cyclists, with a coffee meetup kickoff and a doughnut stop finish.
Early-morning social road ride covering 10 to 14 miles with about 1,000 feet of climbing, paced no-drop for mixed-ability cyclists, with a coffee meetup kickoff and a doughnut stop finish.
Early-morning social road ride covering 10 to 14 miles with about 1,000 feet of climbing, paced no-drop for mixed-ability cyclists, with a coffee meetup kickoff and a doughnut stop finish.
Weekly community mountain-bike outings shift in pace and distance, from easy social cruises to brisk technical rides; riders of all skill levels follow @mountain.haulers for route details and ride logistics.
Weekly community mountain-bike outings shift in pace and distance, from easy social cruises to brisk technical rides; riders of all skill levels follow @mountain.haulers for route details and ride logistics.
Weekly community mountain-bike outings shift in pace and distance, from easy social cruises to brisk technical rides; riders of all skill levels follow @mountain.haulers for route details and ride logistics.
Twilight lakeside stroll around Lake Junaluska along gentle paved paths, highlighting reflective water views and mountain backdrops; community guided walk suitable for all fitness levels and casual photographers.
Twilight lakeside stroll around Lake Junaluska along gentle paved paths, highlighting reflective water views and mountain backdrops; community guided walk suitable for all fitness levels and casual photographers.
Twilight lakeside stroll around Lake Junaluska along gentle paved paths, highlighting reflective water views and mountain backdrops; community guided walk suitable for all fitness levels and casual photographers.