
Bent Creek and Fill Cheeks
An easy 4.5 mile Bent Creek loop from Ledford Branch Trailhead via Deer Lake Lodge and Ledford Branch Road, paced for a group meetup. Wrap up with a casual lunch hang at Griff's Kitchen after the hike.
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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 6.6-mile Bent Creek loop from the Explorer Loop trailhead climbs to the Mountains-to-Sea Trail near Chestnut Cove, then descends past Sleepy Gap and returns via South Ridge. Expect a steady 1300+ ft elevation gain with an optional extra climb and a carpool meetup at Asheville Outlets.

A 6.6-mile Bent Creek loop from the Explorer Loop trailhead climbs to the Mountains-to-Sea Trail near Chestnut Cove, then descends past Sleepy Gap and returns via South Ridge. Expect a steady 1300+ ft elevation gain with an optional extra climb and a carpool meetup at Asheville Outlets.
A 6.6-mile Bent Creek loop from the Explorer Loop trailhead climbs to the Mountains-to-Sea Trail near Chestnut Cove, then descends past Sleepy Gap and returns via South Ridge. Expect a steady 1300+ ft elevation gain with an optional extra climb and a carpool meetup at Asheville Outlets.

Nine-hole golf round with a 4:30pm tee time followed by a group dinner at Chestnut Mountain Golf Club in Mills River. A social singles meetup for over-50 golfers, with weather-related delays or cancellations possible.

Nine-hole golf round with a 4:30pm tee time followed by a group dinner at Chestnut Mountain Golf Club in Mills River. A social singles meetup for over-50 golfers, with weather-related delays or cancellations possible.
Nine-hole golf round with a 4:30pm tee time followed by a group dinner at Chestnut Mountain Golf Club in Mills River. A social singles meetup for over-50 golfers, with weather-related delays or cancellations possible.

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.

Casual no-drop mountain bike group ride on Bent Creek’s Ledford Branch trails led by Motion Makers, welcoming beginners and experienced riders alike. Riders regroup at the shop afterward for post-ride danishes and socializing.

Casual no-drop mountain bike group ride on Bent Creek’s Ledford Branch trails led by Motion Makers, welcoming beginners and experienced riders alike. Riders regroup at the shop afterward for post-ride danishes and socializing.
Casual no-drop mountain bike group ride on Bent Creek’s Ledford Branch trails led by Motion Makers, welcoming beginners and experienced riders alike. Riders regroup at the shop afterward for post-ride danishes and socializing.

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.

An easy-paced group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic water and mountain views. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a guided-style outing focused on fresh air, light movement, and local connection.

An easy-paced group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic water and mountain views. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a guided-style outing focused on fresh air, light movement, and local connection.
An easy-paced group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic water and mountain views. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a guided-style outing focused on fresh air, light movement, and local connection.

A social paced gravel group ride through Bent Creek around Rice Pinnacle, geared toward casual conversation and steady miles. Expect mixed surface climbing and descents with a friendly, community minded cycling crew.

A social paced gravel group ride through Bent Creek around Rice Pinnacle, geared toward casual conversation and steady miles. Expect mixed surface climbing and descents with a friendly, community minded cycling crew.
A social paced gravel group ride through Bent Creek around Rice Pinnacle, geared toward casual conversation and steady miles. Expect mixed surface climbing and descents with a friendly, community minded cycling crew.

A guided mindful speed dating experience for conscious singles ages 55+ that emphasizes slowing down, presence, and authentic connection over small talk. Application required via interest form, with paid registration sent by private link after confirmation email.

A guided mindful speed dating experience for conscious singles ages 55+ that emphasizes slowing down, presence, and authentic connection over small talk. Application required via interest form, with paid registration sent by private link after confirmation email.
A guided mindful speed dating experience for conscious singles ages 55+ that emphasizes slowing down, presence, and authentic connection over small talk. Application required via interest form, with paid registration sent by private link after confirmation email.

Casual social group bike ride around Asheville that culminates in an outdoor coffee meetup; easy pace route welcomes all skill levels and builds community connections with Asheville on Bikes.

Casual social group bike ride around Asheville that culminates in an outdoor coffee meetup; easy pace route welcomes all skill levels and builds community connections with Asheville on Bikes.
Casual social group bike ride around Asheville that culminates in an outdoor coffee meetup; easy pace route welcomes all skill levels and builds community connections with Asheville on Bikes.

A relaxed spring stroll along arboretum garden trails at an easy, conversational pace with scenic blooms and mountain views. The morning wraps with a casual coffee hang at the on site Arbor Eatery, ideal for meeting other locals.

A relaxed spring stroll along arboretum garden trails at an easy, conversational pace with scenic blooms and mountain views. The morning wraps with a casual coffee hang at the on site Arbor Eatery, ideal for meeting other locals.
A relaxed spring stroll along arboretum garden trails at an easy, conversational pace with scenic blooms and mountain views. The morning wraps with a casual coffee hang at the on site Arbor Eatery, ideal for meeting other locals.

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 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.

Spring Saturday meetup that starts with browsing fresh produce and local art vendors at Asheville City Market, then transitions into a casual downtown stroll to a top brunch spot. Relaxed, go at your own pace morning for meeting fellow transplants over coffee and shared tables.

Spring Saturday meetup that starts with browsing fresh produce and local art vendors at Asheville City Market, then transitions into a casual downtown stroll to a top brunch spot. Relaxed, go at your own pace morning for meeting fellow transplants over coffee and shared tables.
Spring Saturday meetup that starts with browsing fresh produce and local art vendors at Asheville City Market, then transitions into a casual downtown stroll to a top brunch spot. Relaxed, go at your own pace morning for meeting fellow transplants over coffee and shared tables.