
Sleepy Gap 5 mi., 950 ft. Elev. Gain
Five-mile forest hike climbing 950 feet with several easy stream crossings and a steep, strenuous fourth mile; expect a steady 2.3 mph pace through mixed singletrack and viewpoint-ready woodland.
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Undulating 2.7 to 2.9 mph group hike on the Mountains to Sea Trail featuring rocky steps, rooty singletrack, and a short steep climb around the 2.5 mile point; well behaved dogs on leash welcome.
Undulating 2.7 to 2.9 mph group hike on the Mountains to Sea Trail featuring rocky steps, rooty singletrack, and a short steep climb around the 2.5 mile point; well behaved dogs on leash welcome.

A moderate 5.3 mile loop over Lookout Mountain and East Ridge with 1,100 feet of climbing, ridge line views, and a brisk pace; expect about two hours with a single mid hike water break.

A moderate 5.3 mile loop over Lookout Mountain and East Ridge with 1,100 feet of climbing, ridge line views, and a brisk pace; expect about two hours with a single mid hike water break.
A moderate 5.3 mile loop over Lookout Mountain and East Ridge with 1,100 feet of climbing, ridge line views, and a brisk pace; expect about two hours with a single mid hike water break.

Brisk 5-mile Mountains-to-Sea Trail hike starting at the Folk Art Center parking lot, with a steady uphill to a scenic mountain overlook and a downhill return; dogs welcome on leash, aimed at reasonably fit hikers.

Brisk 5-mile Mountains-to-Sea Trail hike starting at the Folk Art Center parking lot, with a steady uphill to a scenic mountain overlook and a downhill return; dogs welcome on leash, aimed at reasonably fit hikers.
Brisk 5-mile Mountains-to-Sea Trail hike starting at the Folk Art Center parking lot, with a steady uphill to a scenic mountain overlook and a downhill return; dogs welcome on leash, aimed at reasonably fit hikers.

Strenuous fast-paced 10.5 mile cardio hike with occasional trail running and minimal stops, demanding sustained aerobic effort. Participants should be experienced, self-sufficient, and prepared to navigate back if separated; carpooling encouraged.

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Strenuous fast-paced 10.5 mile cardio hike with occasional trail running and minimal stops, demanding sustained aerobic effort. Participants should be experienced, self-sufficient, and prepared to navigate back if separated; carpooling encouraged.

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Guided moderate paced hike through Pisgah National Forest to scenic waterfalls, mossy stream crossings, and wooded overlooks; local guides share natural history, trail safety, and photography friendly viewpoints for day hikers.
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Supportive no-drop mountain bike ride covering 6 to 8 miles of mixed singletrack and fire road, paced for beginner to intermediate riders and focused on group skills, confidence building, and steady social climbs.

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Brisk 2.5 mile out and back on the Mountains to Sea Trail from Fresh Market, over undulating, mostly easy terrain with an initial steep climb; well behaved dogs on leash are welcome.
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Morning group hike meeting at Lake Hills Church for carpooling to a limited parking trailhead, ascending to scenic ridgeline viewpoints on Scott Mountain; final Saturday outing of this route for the season.

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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.
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Monday 8am community road ride covering 10 to 14 miles with about 1,000 ft climbing, paced no drop for mixed abilities, finishing with coffee and Hole Doughnuts; weekly meetup welcoming varied skill levels.
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A guided 2 mile hike through the NC Arboretum on Running Cedar Road, Creekside Trail, and Carolina Mountain Trail, suitable for beginners and hosted by Asheville Introverts for relaxed nature exploration.

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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.