Updated: The Biltmore Farm Trail Is Fairly Flat and a 6 Mile Round Trip—Join Us!
A morning group walk meeting at Antler Hill Pavilion near the playground, heading out on Biltmore’s mostly flat Farm Trail along the French Broad River. If trail closures persist, the route shifts to the shorter Lagoon Trail starting from the same spot.
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A scenic 7.2-mile out-and-back hike follows Big Laurel Creek past rushing rapids, clear pools, and small gorges, ending at the confluence with the French Broad River for a short rest. Mostly flat terrain with stony, rooty sections underfoot.
A scenic 7.2-mile out-and-back hike follows Big Laurel Creek past rushing rapids, clear pools, and small gorges, ending at the confluence with the French Broad River for a short rest. Mostly flat terrain with stony, rooty sections underfoot.
A scenic 7.2-mile out-and-back hike follows Big Laurel Creek past rushing rapids, clear pools, and small gorges, ending at the confluence with the French Broad River for a short rest. Mostly flat terrain with stony, rooty sections underfoot.
A fairly easy but brisk-paced group hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail along Highway 25 toward Bent Creek, averaging 3.0–3.2 mph over steady undulating terrain with no long climbs. Meet at the gravel lot across from the trailhead; leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome.
A fairly easy but brisk-paced group hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail along Highway 25 toward Bent Creek, averaging 3.0–3.2 mph over steady undulating terrain with no long climbs. Meet at the gravel lot across from the trailhead; leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome.
A fairly easy but brisk-paced group hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail along Highway 25 toward Bent Creek, averaging 3.0–3.2 mph over steady undulating terrain with no long climbs. Meet at the gravel lot across from the trailhead; leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome.
A moderate pace group hike departs from the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor’s Center rock kiosk trailhead for a five mile round trip at about 2.9 mph. Expect a halfway water break and a prompt 9:10 a.m. start.
A moderate pace group hike departs from the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor’s Center rock kiosk trailhead for a five mile round trip at about 2.9 mph. Expect a halfway water break and a prompt 9:10 a.m. start.
A moderate pace group hike departs from the Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor’s Center rock kiosk trailhead for a five mile round trip at about 2.9 mph. Expect a halfway water break and a prompt 9:10 a.m. start.
Brisk evening hike starting at the Asheville Botanical Garden parking lot with a moderate 6-ish mile loop around Beaver Lake. Expect steady 2.5–3.0 mph pacing, short regroup breaks, and a sweeping near-180° mountain overlook view.
Brisk evening hike starting at the Asheville Botanical Garden parking lot with a moderate 6-ish mile loop around Beaver Lake. Expect steady 2.5–3.0 mph pacing, short regroup breaks, and a sweeping near-180° mountain overlook view.
Brisk evening hike starting at the Asheville Botanical Garden parking lot with a moderate 6-ish mile loop around Beaver Lake. Expect steady 2.5–3.0 mph pacing, short regroup breaks, and a sweeping near-180° mountain overlook view.
A brisk 5–5.5 mile Bent Creek hike starting at the Rice Pinnacle parking area, moving at a steady 2.7–3 mph. Expect one midway water break and a finish around 10:50–11:00 p.m. depending on distance.
A brisk 5–5.5 mile Bent Creek hike starting at the Rice Pinnacle parking area, moving at a steady 2.7–3 mph. Expect one midway water break and a finish around 10:50–11:00 p.m. depending on distance.
A brisk 5–5.5 mile Bent Creek hike starting at the Rice Pinnacle parking area, moving at a steady 2.7–3 mph. Expect one midway water break and a finish around 10:50–11:00 p.m. depending on distance.
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.
A 2.5-mile out-and-back walk on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail from Fresh Market on Hendersonville Road, moving at a brisk 3.0–3.2 mph pace over rolling terrain. The route briefly pops out onto the road in spots, with leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome.
A 2.5-mile out-and-back walk on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail from Fresh Market on Hendersonville Road, moving at a brisk 3.0–3.2 mph pace over rolling terrain. The route briefly pops out onto the road in spots, with leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome.
A 2.5-mile out-and-back walk on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail from Fresh Market on Hendersonville Road, moving at a brisk 3.0–3.2 mph pace over rolling terrain. The route briefly pops out onto the road in spots, with leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome.
An easy pace evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop followed by the scenic two mile lake trail. Geared toward quiet connection with nature and fellow introverts, rain or shine unless lightning.
An easy pace evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop followed by the scenic two mile lake trail. Geared toward quiet connection with nature and fellow introverts, rain or shine unless lightning.
An easy pace evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop followed by the scenic two mile lake trail. Geared toward quiet connection with nature and fellow introverts, rain or shine unless lightning.
A social 4 mile evening loop walk from behind The Hound to Helen’s Bridge and up Windswept Drive, with overlooks of downtown and East Asheville. The route circles McLain St. before returning to the gravel lot meetup spot.
A social 4 mile evening loop walk from behind The Hound to Helen’s Bridge and up Windswept Drive, with overlooks of downtown and East Asheville. The route circles McLain St. before returning to the gravel lot meetup spot.
A social 4 mile evening loop walk from behind The Hound to Helen’s Bridge and up Windswept Drive, with overlooks of downtown and East Asheville. The route circles McLain St. before returning to the gravel lot meetup spot.
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.
Moderate-paced Mountains-to-Sea Trail hike on a narrow, undulating route with rocky steps early and a rooty tread most of the way, plus a short climb around the 2.5-mile mark. Leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome for a fitness-focused group outing from the Craven Gap gravel lot.
Moderate-paced Mountains-to-Sea Trail hike on a narrow, undulating route with rocky steps early and a rooty tread most of the way, plus a short climb around the 2.5-mile mark. Leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome for a fitness-focused group outing from the Craven Gap gravel lot.
Moderate-paced Mountains-to-Sea Trail hike on a narrow, undulating route with rocky steps early and a rooty tread most of the way, plus a short climb around the 2.5-mile mark. Leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome for a fitness-focused group outing from the Craven Gap gravel lot.
Pedal friendly Monday morning group ride of 10 to 14 miles with roughly 1,000 feet of climbing, coffee start and doughnut finish; no-drop pace and optional Google Meet attendance.
Pedal friendly Monday morning group ride of 10 to 14 miles with roughly 1,000 feet of climbing, coffee start and doughnut finish; no-drop pace and optional Google Meet attendance.
Pedal friendly Monday morning group ride of 10 to 14 miles with roughly 1,000 feet of climbing, coffee start and doughnut finish; no-drop pace and optional Google Meet attendance.
Guided forest bathing on the NC Arboretum's verdant trails, combining mindful breathing, slow walking, and sensory awareness for restorative nature therapy and gentle stress reduction suitable for all levels.
Guided forest bathing on the NC Arboretum's verdant trails, combining mindful breathing, slow walking, and sensory awareness for restorative nature therapy and gentle stress reduction suitable for all levels.
Guided forest bathing on the NC Arboretum's verdant trails, combining mindful breathing, slow walking, and sensory awareness for restorative nature therapy and gentle stress reduction suitable for all levels.
An evening celebration of spring at the North Carolina Arboretum with blooming gardens and fresh mountain air. Stroll paved trails and landscaped exhibits for a relaxed, community-minded outing’s botanical setting.
An evening celebration of spring at the North Carolina Arboretum with blooming gardens and fresh mountain air. Stroll paved trails and landscaped exhibits for a relaxed, community-minded outing’s botanical setting.
An evening celebration of spring at the North Carolina Arboretum with blooming gardens and fresh mountain air. Stroll paved trails and landscaped exhibits for a relaxed, community-minded outing’s botanical setting.
A slow, mindful forest bathing experience in Kanuga’s woods centered on quiet reflection and setting intentions. Expect gentle walking pauses, sensory awareness practices, and a calm morning retreat atmosphere in nature.
A slow, mindful forest bathing experience in Kanuga’s woods centered on quiet reflection and setting intentions. Expect gentle walking pauses, sensory awareness practices, and a calm morning retreat atmosphere in nature.
A slow, mindful forest bathing experience in Kanuga’s woods centered on quiet reflection and setting intentions. Expect gentle walking pauses, sensory awareness practices, and a calm morning retreat atmosphere in nature.
Group social cycling along River Arts District routes with variable distance and intensity; weekly meetup at the riverside dock, suitable for all levels—check @mountain.haulers for route and start-time updates.
Group social cycling along River Arts District routes with variable distance and intensity; weekly meetup at the riverside dock, suitable for all levels—check @mountain.haulers for route and start-time updates.
Group social cycling along River Arts District routes with variable distance and intensity; weekly meetup at the riverside dock, suitable for all levels—check @mountain.haulers for route and start-time updates.
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.
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.
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.
Sunlit community bike meetup combining a relaxed group ride with coffee stops and casual conversation, led by Asheville on Bikes; all abilities and ages welcome for a late morning social spin.
Sunlit community bike meetup combining a relaxed group ride with coffee stops and casual conversation, led by Asheville on Bikes; all abilities and ages welcome for a late morning social spin.
Sunlit community bike meetup combining a relaxed group ride with coffee stops and casual conversation, led by Asheville on Bikes; all abilities and ages welcome for a late morning social spin.
Long-distance equestrian endurance ride across Biltmore Estate's wooded trails and rolling pastures, drawing competitive and recreational riders for timed trail distances and vet checks; registration opens in early spring.
Long-distance equestrian endurance ride across Biltmore Estate's wooded trails and rolling pastures, drawing competitive and recreational riders for timed trail distances and vet checks; registration opens in early spring.
Long-distance equestrian endurance ride across Biltmore Estate's wooded trails and rolling pastures, drawing competitive and recreational riders for timed trail distances and vet checks; registration opens in early spring.
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.