Bracken to John Rock Day hike
11.7 mile trek through Pisgah National Forest with about 2000 feet of ascent and wooded ridge views toward John Rock; moderate effort suited to steady hikers, organized by a 30s 40s outdoor meetup.
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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.
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Moderate out-and-back hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail with most of the 800-foot climb packed into the first two miles. Wooded Blue Ridge Parkway scenery despite storm damage, ending with a scenic turnaround viewpoint.
Moderate out-and-back hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail with most of the 800-foot climb packed into the first two miles. Wooded Blue Ridge Parkway scenery despite storm damage, ending with a scenic turnaround viewpoint.
Guided waterfall hike through Pisgah's forested trails led by Blue Ridge Hiking Company, visiting cascades, creekside viewpoints, and natural scenery; ideal for hikers seeking a nature-focused day hike near Asheville.
Guided waterfall hike through Pisgah's forested trails led by Blue Ridge Hiking Company, visiting cascades, creekside viewpoints, and natural scenery; ideal for hikers seeking a nature-focused day hike near Asheville.
Guided waterfall hike through Pisgah's forested trails led by Blue Ridge Hiking Company, visiting cascades, creekside viewpoints, and natural scenery; ideal for hikers seeking a nature-focused day hike near Asheville.
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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.
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Endurance mountain bike race through Pisgah National Forest’s rugged singletrack near Old Fort, with timed competition and a festival-like race-day atmosphere. Built for strong climbers and technical riders chasing a 50-mile challenge.
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