
Wednesday night Bent Creek
Moderate-paced evening group hike starting from the Hard Times Trailhead near Lake Powhatan in Bent Creek. Limited spots with RSVP opening Sunday 6pm; weather-dependent with possible rain cancellation and an expectation of reliable attendance.
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A social-paced 6-mile forest walk linking varied Bent Creek trails and one-lane gravel roads, with gradual hills plus a couple moderately strenuous pushes (3.5 difficulty). Includes a 15-minute midway rest and about 900 feet of elevation gain.

A social-paced 6-mile forest walk linking varied Bent Creek trails and one-lane gravel roads, with gradual hills plus a couple moderately strenuous pushes (3.5 difficulty). Includes a 15-minute midway rest and about 900 feet of elevation gain.
A social-paced 6-mile forest walk linking varied Bent Creek trails and one-lane gravel roads, with gradual hills plus a couple moderately strenuous pushes (3.5 difficulty). Includes a 15-minute midway rest and about 900 feet of elevation gain.

A moderate 3.3 mile trail walk from the NC Arboretum greenhouse parking lot toward the Lake Powhatan area, led by a guest hike leader. Expect about 2.5 hours on forested paths; bring water, sturdy shoes, and consider a walking stick.

A moderate 3.3 mile trail walk from the NC Arboretum greenhouse parking lot toward the Lake Powhatan area, led by a guest hike leader. Expect about 2.5 hours on forested paths; bring water, sturdy shoes, and consider a walking stick.
A moderate 3.3 mile trail walk from the NC Arboretum greenhouse parking lot toward the Lake Powhatan area, led by a guest hike leader. Expect about 2.5 hours on forested paths; bring water, sturdy shoes, and consider a walking stick.

Casual slow paced mountain bike ride on Bent Creek's singletrack at Ledford Trailhead, welcoming all skill levels to pedal, chat, and practice trail skills. Group led by Asheville on Bikes for evening community riding.

Casual slow paced mountain bike ride on Bent Creek's singletrack at Ledford Trailhead, welcoming all skill levels to pedal, chat, and practice trail skills. Group led by Asheville on Bikes for evening community riding.
Casual slow paced mountain bike ride on Bent Creek's singletrack at Ledford Trailhead, welcoming all skill levels to pedal, chat, and practice trail skills. Group led by Asheville on Bikes for evening community riding.

Women-led mountain bike group ride rolling from the Ledford parking lot trailhead in Bent Creek with posted pace and route details. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options tailored to different skill levels and supportive trail camaraderie.

Women-led mountain bike group ride rolling from the Ledford parking lot trailhead in Bent Creek with posted pace and route details. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options tailored to different skill levels and supportive trail camaraderie.
Women-led mountain bike group ride rolling from the Ledford parking lot trailhead in Bent Creek with posted pace and route details. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options tailored to different skill levels and supportive trail camaraderie.

Women’s mountain bike group ride on Bent Creek trails with Monday evening and Wednesday morning options based on skill level. Meet at the Ledford Parking Lot for a 6pm gather and 6:15 rollout, with updates via pre ride posts.

Women’s mountain bike group ride on Bent Creek trails with Monday evening and Wednesday morning options based on skill level. Meet at the Ledford Parking Lot for a 6pm gather and 6:15 rollout, with updates via pre ride posts.
Women’s mountain bike group ride on Bent Creek trails with Monday evening and Wednesday morning options based on skill level. Meet at the Ledford Parking Lot for a 6pm gather and 6:15 rollout, with updates via pre ride posts.

Moderate out and back hike on the Art Loeb Trail to Pilot Mountain with a 6.3 mile route and roughly 1,900–2,000 feet of elevation gain, ending at a scenic overlook turnaround. Carpool meetup starts at Asheville Tanger Outlets with sign ups opening Friday night; expect some overgrown sections and variable weather.

Moderate out and back hike on the Art Loeb Trail to Pilot Mountain with a 6.3 mile route and roughly 1,900–2,000 feet of elevation gain, ending at a scenic overlook turnaround. Carpool meetup starts at Asheville Tanger Outlets with sign ups opening Friday night; expect some overgrown sections and variable weather.
Moderate out and back hike on the Art Loeb Trail to Pilot Mountain with a 6.3 mile route and roughly 1,900–2,000 feet of elevation gain, ending at a scenic overlook turnaround. Carpool meetup starts at Asheville Tanger Outlets with sign ups opening Friday night; expect some overgrown sections and variable weather.

A moderately paced Mountains to Sea Trail group hike with undulating terrain, rocky steps, and narrow rooty singletrack, averaging 2.7–2.9 mph. Meet at the Craven Gap gravel lot off the Blue Ridge Parkway for fitness focused miles and trail community; leashed dogs welcome.

A moderately paced Mountains to Sea Trail group hike with undulating terrain, rocky steps, and narrow rooty singletrack, averaging 2.7–2.9 mph. Meet at the Craven Gap gravel lot off the Blue Ridge Parkway for fitness focused miles and trail community; leashed dogs welcome.
A moderately paced Mountains to Sea Trail group hike with undulating terrain, rocky steps, and narrow rooty singletrack, averaging 2.7–2.9 mph. Meet at the Craven Gap gravel lot off the Blue Ridge Parkway for fitness focused miles and trail community; leashed dogs welcome.

A social pace gravel group ride rolling out from Rice Pinnacle in Bent Creek, geared toward casual miles and community connection. Expect mixed-surface climbs and descents with a friendly, no drop vibe.

A social pace gravel group ride rolling out from Rice Pinnacle in Bent Creek, geared toward casual miles and community connection. Expect mixed-surface climbs and descents with a friendly, no drop vibe.
A social pace gravel group ride rolling out from Rice Pinnacle in Bent Creek, geared toward casual miles and community connection. Expect mixed-surface climbs and descents with a friendly, no drop vibe.

Evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop followed by a two mile lakeside trail walk. Low key, introvert friendly meetup geared toward nature conversation and birdwatching, held rain or shine unless lightning.

Evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop followed by a two mile lakeside trail walk. Low key, introvert friendly meetup geared toward nature conversation and birdwatching, held rain or shine unless lightning.
Evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop followed by a two mile lakeside trail walk. Low key, introvert friendly meetup geared toward nature conversation and birdwatching, held rain or shine unless lightning.

Noncompetitive no-drop mountain bike group ride at Ledford Branch Trailhead in Bent Creek, welcoming all skill levels for guided trail laps and a mellow social pace; riders convene afterward at the shop for coffee and danishes.

Noncompetitive no-drop mountain bike group ride at Ledford Branch Trailhead in Bent Creek, welcoming all skill levels for guided trail laps and a mellow social pace; riders convene afterward at the shop for coffee and danishes.
Noncompetitive no-drop mountain bike group ride at Ledford Branch Trailhead in Bent Creek, welcoming all skill levels for guided trail laps and a mellow social pace; riders convene afterward at the shop for coffee and danishes.

Evening mountain bike group ride with weekly rotating trail locations and difficulty levels announced on Instagram. Meet at a local bike shop for a community paced outing and up to date route details.

Evening mountain bike group ride with weekly rotating trail locations and difficulty levels announced on Instagram. Meet at a local bike shop for a community paced outing and up to date route details.
Evening mountain bike group ride with weekly rotating trail locations and difficulty levels announced on Instagram. Meet at a local bike shop for a community paced outing and up to date route details.

Guided evening walk centered on the Lake Junaluska shoreline, blending gentle movement with local context and group conversation. Ideal for visitors seeking a scenic, low intensity outing and community connection.

Guided evening walk centered on the Lake Junaluska shoreline, blending gentle movement with local context and group conversation. Ideal for visitors seeking a scenic, low intensity outing and community connection.
Guided evening walk centered on the Lake Junaluska shoreline, blending gentle movement with local context and group conversation. Ideal for visitors seeking a scenic, low intensity outing and community connection.

A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady, moderate-paced walk through wooded trails and scenic waterfall views. Ideal for meeting new people while exploring a classic Blue Ridge outdoor route.

A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady, moderate-paced walk through wooded trails and scenic waterfall views. Ideal for meeting new people while exploring a classic Blue Ridge outdoor route.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady, moderate-paced walk through wooded trails and scenic waterfall views. Ideal for meeting new people while exploring a classic Blue Ridge outdoor route.

A relaxed 4.5 mile loop through Biltmore’s Westover Green and Blue Trails, winding through wooded estate paths near The Inn. Expect mostly wide, easy terrain with light elevation change and a steady social pace.

A relaxed 4.5 mile loop through Biltmore’s Westover Green and Blue Trails, winding through wooded estate paths near The Inn. Expect mostly wide, easy terrain with light elevation change and a steady social pace.
A relaxed 4.5 mile loop through Biltmore’s Westover Green and Blue Trails, winding through wooded estate paths near The Inn. Expect mostly wide, easy terrain with light elevation change and a steady social pace.

Weekly Tuesday evening road cycling group rides roll out from Epic Cycles at 6pm after a 5:30pm meetup, running through late summer. Open-to-everyone pace with a friendly community vibe in Hendersonville.

Weekly Tuesday evening road cycling group rides roll out from Epic Cycles at 6pm after a 5:30pm meetup, running through late summer. Open-to-everyone pace with a friendly community vibe in Hendersonville.
Weekly Tuesday evening road cycling group rides roll out from Epic Cycles at 6pm after a 5:30pm meetup, running through late summer. Open-to-everyone pace with a friendly community vibe in Hendersonville.