Camino de Asheville - Section 8. Strenuous - E Asheville Loop 6.50 mi.
A brisk-paced night loop hike out of Haw Creek/East Asheville with moderate-to-strenuous elevation gain that may reach 1,000 feet over 6.5 miles. Meet in the Groce United Methodist Church parking lot for a steady 2.5–3.0 mph group trek.
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An 8-mile loop from Baldwin Field Branch to Mease Gap, climbing to Rice Pinnacle and Wolfe Knob before descending through Baldwin Fields. Expect ~1,300 feet of elevation gain, Pisgah singletrack, and very limited trailhead parking.
An 8-mile loop from Baldwin Field Branch to Mease Gap, climbing to Rice Pinnacle and Wolfe Knob before descending through Baldwin Fields. Expect ~1,300 feet of elevation gain, Pisgah singletrack, and very limited trailhead parking.
An 8-mile loop from Baldwin Field Branch to Mease Gap, climbing to Rice Pinnacle and Wolfe Knob before descending through Baldwin Fields. Expect ~1,300 feet of elevation gain, Pisgah singletrack, and very limited trailhead parking.
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.
Morning out and back hike from the Craven Gap trailhead off Town Mountain Road along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Scenic overlook views into Haw Creek Valley with a small group gathering and nature centered worship vibe.
Morning out and back hike from the Craven Gap trailhead off Town Mountain Road along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Scenic overlook views into Haw Creek Valley with a small group gathering and nature centered worship vibe.
Morning out and back hike from the Craven Gap trailhead off Town Mountain Road along the Blue Ridge Parkway. Scenic overlook views into Haw Creek Valley with a small group gathering and nature centered worship vibe.
Community no drop group ride covering 10 to 14 miles with roughly 1,000 feet of climbing; social, moderate pace Monday morning cycling that starts at a coffee meetup and ends with doughnuts and pastries.
Community no drop group ride covering 10 to 14 miles with roughly 1,000 feet of climbing; social, moderate pace Monday morning cycling that starts at a coffee meetup and ends with doughnuts and pastries.
Community no drop group ride covering 10 to 14 miles with roughly 1,000 feet of climbing; social, moderate pace Monday morning cycling that starts at a coffee meetup and ends with doughnuts and pastries.
An easy paced group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic water and mountain views and time for casual conversation. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a guided outing geared toward connection and gentle movement.
An easy paced group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic water and mountain views and time for casual conversation. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a guided outing geared toward connection and gentle movement.
An easy paced group walk around Lake Junaluska with scenic water and mountain views and time for casual conversation. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a guided outing geared toward connection and gentle movement.
Point to point moderate hike on the Mountains to Sea Trail from the historic Rattlesnake Lodge ruins down to the Folk Art Center, with a shuttle to the trailhead. Expect colorful wildflowers, mostly downhill miles, and a few short climbs.
Point to point moderate hike on the Mountains to Sea Trail from the historic Rattlesnake Lodge ruins down to the Folk Art Center, with a shuttle to the trailhead. Expect colorful wildflowers, mostly downhill miles, and a few short climbs.
Point to point moderate hike on the Mountains to Sea Trail from the historic Rattlesnake Lodge ruins down to the Folk Art Center, with a shuttle to the trailhead. Expect colorful wildflowers, mostly downhill miles, and a few short climbs.
An evening group hike to the Fryingpan Fire Tower timed for golden-hour light and sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views. Carpool meet-up at Enka Candler Library sets a low-key, unplugged social vibe for fresh air and shared trail time.
An evening group hike to the Fryingpan Fire Tower timed for golden-hour light and sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views. Carpool meet-up at Enka Candler Library sets a low-key, unplugged social vibe for fresh air and shared trail time.
An evening group hike to the Fryingpan Fire Tower timed for golden-hour light and sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views. Carpool meet-up at Enka Candler Library sets a low-key, unplugged social vibe for fresh air and shared trail time.
An easy, no hills evening stroll along the flat paved French Broad River Greenway at Carrier Park, timed for warm golden hour light. Expect casual conversation, river views, and a low pressure way to meet new people walking side by side.
An easy, no hills evening stroll along the flat paved French Broad River Greenway at Carrier Park, timed for warm golden hour light. Expect casual conversation, river views, and a low pressure way to meet new people walking side by side.
An easy, no hills evening stroll along the flat paved French Broad River Greenway at Carrier Park, timed for warm golden hour light. Expect casual conversation, river views, and a low pressure way to meet new people walking side by side.
A brisk morning walk on The North Carolina Arboretum’s wooded trails with gentle elevation and stair sections for a cardio boost. Expect fresh mountain air, leafy scenery, and an easygoing pace focused on movement and balance.
A brisk morning walk on The North Carolina Arboretum’s wooded trails with gentle elevation and stair sections for a cardio boost. Expect fresh mountain air, leafy scenery, and an easygoing pace focused on movement and balance.
A brisk morning walk on The North Carolina Arboretum’s wooded trails with gentle elevation and stair sections for a cardio boost. Expect fresh mountain air, leafy scenery, and an easygoing pace focused on movement and balance.
Easygoing group bike ride that pauses for outdoor coffee at local cafes; Asheville on Bikes leads riders of all levels on a relaxed neighborhood loop with conversation and bike friendly stops.
Easygoing group bike ride that pauses for outdoor coffee at local cafes; Asheville on Bikes leads riders of all levels on a relaxed neighborhood loop with conversation and bike friendly stops.
Easygoing group bike ride that pauses for outdoor coffee at local cafes; Asheville on Bikes leads riders of all levels on a relaxed neighborhood loop with conversation and bike friendly stops.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a scenic waterfall destination and shaded forest trail miles. Expect a daytime meetup vibe with a moderate pace, trail conversation, and a shared nature outing.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a scenic waterfall destination and shaded forest trail miles. Expect a daytime meetup vibe with a moderate pace, trail conversation, and a shared nature outing.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a scenic waterfall destination and shaded forest trail miles. Expect a daytime meetup vibe with a moderate pace, trail conversation, and a shared nature outing.
A mellow evening group stroll through the Beaver Lake bird sanctuary boardwalk loop, then a two mile lap on the lakeside trail. Casual pace with birding friendly scenery, running rain or shine unless lightning hits.
A mellow evening group stroll through the Beaver Lake bird sanctuary boardwalk loop, then a two mile lap on the lakeside trail. Casual pace with birding friendly scenery, running rain or shine unless lightning hits.
A mellow evening group stroll through the Beaver Lake bird sanctuary boardwalk loop, then a two mile lap on the lakeside trail. Casual pace with birding friendly scenery, running rain or shine unless lightning hits.
A plucky evening group run with a hilly 3-mile route (and longer 5/6-mile option) looping through Merrimon, Weaver Blvd, and University Heights. Cool down with pizza and brews, with the option to catch a movie after.
A plucky evening group run with a hilly 3-mile route (and longer 5/6-mile option) looping through Merrimon, Weaver Blvd, and University Heights. Cool down with pizza and brews, with the option to catch a movie after.
A plucky evening group run with a hilly 3-mile route (and longer 5/6-mile option) looping through Merrimon, Weaver Blvd, and University Heights. Cool down with pizza and brews, with the option to catch a movie after.
Monday-morning social group bicycle ride that starts with coffee and a quick snack, then rolls out for a no-drop 10–14 mile loop with about 1,000 feet of climbing. Finishes with fresh Hole Doughnuts and an easygoing community vibe.
Monday-morning social group bicycle ride that starts with coffee and a quick snack, then rolls out for a no-drop 10–14 mile loop with about 1,000 feet of climbing. Finishes with fresh Hole Doughnuts and an easygoing community vibe.
Monday-morning social group bicycle ride that starts with coffee and a quick snack, then rolls out for a no-drop 10–14 mile loop with about 1,000 feet of climbing. Finishes with fresh Hole Doughnuts and an easygoing community vibe.
Community evening group bike ride through Asheville's urban streets and neighborhood routes, hosted by Asheville on Bikes; relaxed pace welcomes all levels with a guided route and bike light recommended for post-sunset riding.
Community evening group bike ride through Asheville's urban streets and neighborhood routes, hosted by Asheville on Bikes; relaxed pace welcomes all levels with a guided route and bike light recommended for post-sunset riding.
Community evening group bike ride through Asheville's urban streets and neighborhood routes, hosted by Asheville on Bikes; relaxed pace welcomes all levels with a guided route and bike light recommended for post-sunset riding.
Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.
Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.
Challenging Gran Fondo road ride through Asheville's mountain roads with multiple distance options and hilly climbs for endurance focused riders, supported by aid stations and a community ride atmosphere.
Fast paced road cycling training loop of roughly 45–50 miles starting near Chestnut and Charlotte St by the old Fuddruckers. Typically a drop ride with occasional B group option, suited for stronger riders comfortable holding pace.
Fast paced road cycling training loop of roughly 45–50 miles starting near Chestnut and Charlotte St by the old Fuddruckers. Typically a drop ride with occasional B group option, suited for stronger riders comfortable holding pace.
Fast paced road cycling training loop of roughly 45–50 miles starting near Chestnut and Charlotte St by the old Fuddruckers. Typically a drop ride with occasional B group option, suited for stronger riders comfortable holding pace.