
Craven Gap Out-and-Back -- 5 mi, 700 ft. elev. gain
Hilly 5 mile out and back on the Mountain to Sea Trail with about 700 feet of climbing through winding forest. Group paced, moderate hike with a short midpoint break and a freshly cleared trail after a long closure.
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Steep 7.5-mile loop with 1,800 feet of climbing and a sustained one-mile push that may require poles or using trees; reaches ridge near Ferrin Knob with expansive winter views before returning via Shut-In.
Steep 7.5-mile loop with 1,800 feet of climbing and a sustained one-mile push that may require poles or using trees; reaches ridge near Ferrin Knob with expansive winter views before returning via Shut-In.

Moonlit brisk 6.5 mile loop through UNC and Montford with several steep, heart-pumping climbs; expect sustained 2.5–3.0 mph pacing, uneven hilly terrain, and periodic short breaks for the group.

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Trails recently reopened after Hurricane Helene wind through mixed hardwoods on a 2.6-mile loop with about 308 feet elevation, including a shallow water crossing; dog-friendly, not wheelchair accessible, waterproof shoes advised.

Trails recently reopened after Hurricane Helene wind through mixed hardwoods on a 2.6-mile loop with about 308 feet elevation, including a shallow water crossing; dog-friendly, not wheelchair accessible, waterproof shoes advised.
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Nighttime 5.5-mile strenuous hike over road and trail with 750 ft elevation gain, 3.0 mph flats, expect steep climbs and dark wooded sections—headlamp or flashlight required.

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Morning 2.6-mile loop on recently reopened trails with a moderate 308-foot climb, shallow creek crossings, and dog-friendly paths; bring waterproof shoes and water for uneven, unpaved terrain.

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Rolling group ride from Cooperative Coffee to Hole Doughnuts covering 10 to 14 miles and about 1000 ft of climbing. No drop, all levels pace with weekly Monday 8:00 meetup and optional Google Meet connection.

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No drop mountain bike group ride through Bent Creek singletrack at an easy to moderate pace, led for all skill levels; social post ride stop at the shop for warm danishes and casual conversation.

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Guided moderate paced hike through Pisgah National Forest to scenic waterfalls, mossy stream crossings, and wooded overlooks; local guides share natural history, trail safety, and photography friendly viewpoints for day hikers.
Guided moderate paced hike through Pisgah National Forest to scenic waterfalls, mossy stream crossings, and wooded overlooks; local guides share natural history, trail safety, and photography friendly viewpoints for day hikers.

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