Vistor's Center to Highway 25
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.
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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 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Moss-draped cascades and shaded mountain trails lead a guided small group walk through Pisgah National Forest to multiple waterfall viewpoints, riverside photo spots, and interpretive natural history narration.
Moss-draped cascades and shaded mountain trails lead a guided small group walk through Pisgah National Forest to multiple waterfall viewpoints, riverside photo spots, and interpretive natural history narration.
Moss-draped cascades and shaded mountain trails lead a guided small group walk through Pisgah National Forest to multiple waterfall viewpoints, riverside photo spots, and interpretive natural history narration.
Leisurely mountain bike social rolling on Bent Creek singletrack from Ledford Trailhead, emphasizing relaxed group pace, trail stewardship, and skill building for all abilities in a friendly community atmosphere.
Leisurely mountain bike social rolling on Bent Creek singletrack from Ledford Trailhead, emphasizing relaxed group pace, trail stewardship, and skill building for all abilities in a friendly community atmosphere.
Leisurely mountain bike social rolling on Bent Creek singletrack from Ledford Trailhead, emphasizing relaxed group pace, trail stewardship, and skill building for all abilities in a friendly community atmosphere.
Guided spring ridge hike on Montreat East Ridge with panoramic mountain views, native flora and local history interpretation led by Swannanoa Valley Museum; moderate difficulty and community focused outdoor exploration.
Guided spring ridge hike on Montreat East Ridge with panoramic mountain views, native flora and local history interpretation led by Swannanoa Valley Museum; moderate difficulty and community focused outdoor exploration.
Guided spring ridge hike on Montreat East Ridge with panoramic mountain views, native flora and local history interpretation led by Swannanoa Valley Museum; moderate difficulty and community focused outdoor exploration.
Evening lakeside stroll on a gentle loop with local guides, featuring calm water views, boardwalk sections, and interpretive commentary plus chances for wildlife spotting and nature photography.
Evening lakeside stroll on a gentle loop with local guides, featuring calm water views, boardwalk sections, and interpretive commentary plus chances for wildlife spotting and nature photography.
Evening lakeside stroll on a gentle loop with local guides, featuring calm water views, boardwalk sections, and interpretive commentary plus chances for wildlife spotting and nature photography.
A guided twilight hike on Grandfather Mountain with shifting sunset-to-starlight views along scenic overlooks and forest trails. Expect interpretive nature talk, cooler evening temps, and a moderate-paced group walk.
A guided twilight hike on Grandfather Mountain with shifting sunset-to-starlight views along scenic overlooks and forest trails. Expect interpretive nature talk, cooler evening temps, and a moderate-paced group walk.
A guided twilight hike on Grandfather Mountain with shifting sunset-to-starlight views along scenic overlooks and forest trails. Expect interpretive nature talk, cooler evening temps, and a moderate-paced group walk.
Social, a paced 30-mile drop road ride starting at Youngblood Bicycles, splitting into two groups for big turnouts; route downloadable on RideWithGPS and local riders will help keep groups on course.
Social, a paced 30-mile drop road ride starting at Youngblood Bicycles, splitting into two groups for big turnouts; route downloadable on RideWithGPS and local riders will help keep groups on course.
Social, a paced 30-mile drop road ride starting at Youngblood Bicycles, splitting into two groups for big turnouts; route downloadable on RideWithGPS and local riders will help keep groups on course.
Casual no drop mountain bike rides from Ledford Branch Trailhead on Bent Creek trails, led by Motion Makers; beginner friendly pace with group support, then a convivial shop stop for coffee and danishes.
Casual no drop mountain bike rides from Ledford Branch Trailhead on Bent Creek trails, led by Motion Makers; beginner friendly pace with group support, then a convivial shop stop for coffee and danishes.
Casual no drop mountain bike rides from Ledford Branch Trailhead on Bent Creek trails, led by Motion Makers; beginner friendly pace with group support, then a convivial shop stop for coffee and danishes.
A casual group bike ride rolls out from a bicycle workshop and coffee spot for a multi-surface route with a social-club vibe. Expect gravel and pavement miles, friendly pacing, and post-ride community hang time.
A casual group bike ride rolls out from a bicycle workshop and coffee spot for a multi-surface route with a social-club vibe. Expect gravel and pavement miles, friendly pacing, and post-ride community hang time.
A casual group bike ride rolls out from a bicycle workshop and coffee spot for a multi-surface route with a social-club vibe. Expect gravel and pavement miles, friendly pacing, and post-ride community hang time.