Ledford Branch Loop: 5 mi., 500 ft. Elev. Gain
A mellow Bent Creek loop covering about 5 miles with roughly 500 feet of elevation gain at a moderate ~2.5 mph pace. Expect a mix of wide gravel roads and narrow single track with steady ups and downs on hilly terrain.
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Easy 5-mile loop hike starting from Hard Times parking area, winding through Poplar Cove and Rocky Cove Road into the Arboretum near the broken dam gate. Follow creekside Bent Creek Gap trails, then Carolina Mountain and Wolf Branch for a relaxed social outing.
Easy 5-mile loop hike starting from Hard Times parking area, winding through Poplar Cove and Rocky Cove Road into the Arboretum near the broken dam gate. Follow creekside Bent Creek Gap trails, then Carolina Mountain and Wolf Branch for a relaxed social outing.
Easy 5-mile loop hike starting from Hard Times parking area, winding through Poplar Cove and Rocky Cove Road into the Arboretum near the broken dam gate. Follow creekside Bent Creek Gap trails, then Carolina Mountain and Wolf Branch for a relaxed social outing.
A moderate after work woods hike on Bent Creek’s Hard Times trail, covering roughly 5.5 to 6 miles with about 600 feet of elevation gain at a steady 3 mph on flats. Expect logging road and trail terrain, possible mud and high grass, downed trees near the start, and leashed dogs welcome.
A moderate after work woods hike on Bent Creek’s Hard Times trail, covering roughly 5.5 to 6 miles with about 600 feet of elevation gain at a steady 3 mph on flats. Expect logging road and trail terrain, possible mud and high grass, downed trees near the start, and leashed dogs welcome.
A moderate after work woods hike on Bent Creek’s Hard Times trail, covering roughly 5.5 to 6 miles with about 600 feet of elevation gain at a steady 3 mph on flats. Expect logging road and trail terrain, possible mud and high grass, downed trees near the start, and leashed dogs welcome.
Easy paced mountain bike social at Bent Creek's Ledford Trailhead on mellow singletrack, emphasizing relaxed group pacing and basic skill coaching for beginner to intermediate riders; hosted by Asheville on Bikes.
Easy paced mountain bike social at Bent Creek's Ledford Trailhead on mellow singletrack, emphasizing relaxed group pacing and basic skill coaching for beginner to intermediate riders; hosted by Asheville on Bikes.
Easy paced mountain bike social at Bent Creek's Ledford Trailhead on mellow singletrack, emphasizing relaxed group pacing and basic skill coaching for beginner to intermediate riders; hosted by Asheville on Bikes.
Pedal-friendly no-drop mountain bike singletrack on Bent Creek’s Ledford Branch, led by Motion Makers at an easygoing community pace for all skill levels. Riders convene afterward at the shop for warm danishes and casual socializing.
Pedal-friendly no-drop mountain bike singletrack on Bent Creek’s Ledford Branch, led by Motion Makers at an easygoing community pace for all skill levels. Riders convene afterward at the shop for warm danishes and casual socializing.
Pedal-friendly no-drop mountain bike singletrack on Bent Creek’s Ledford Branch, led by Motion Makers at an easygoing community pace for all skill levels. Riders convene afterward at the shop for warm danishes and casual socializing.
Easy 1.5 mile Bull Mountain trail with just 109 feet of gain, dog friendly and beginner friendly; a low effort woodland stroll for Asheville Introverts seeking a relaxed community hike.
Easy 1.5 mile Bull Mountain trail with just 109 feet of gain, dog friendly and beginner friendly; a low effort woodland stroll for Asheville Introverts seeking a relaxed community hike.
Easy 1.5 mile Bull Mountain trail with just 109 feet of gain, dog friendly and beginner friendly; a low effort woodland stroll for Asheville Introverts seeking a relaxed community hike.
Casual no drop women's mountain bike ride on Ledford Branch trails, covering 6 to 8 miles at an approachable pace; beginner friendly group riding emphasizes skill building, supportive camaraderie, and local trail exploration.
Casual no drop women's mountain bike ride on Ledford Branch trails, covering 6 to 8 miles at an approachable pace; beginner friendly group riding emphasizes skill building, supportive camaraderie, and local trail exploration.
Casual no drop women's mountain bike ride on Ledford Branch trails, covering 6 to 8 miles at an approachable pace; beginner friendly group riding emphasizes skill building, supportive camaraderie, and local trail exploration.
A gently undulating 5–6 mile out and back on Bull Creek Trail over to the Swannanoa River trail, moving at a steady ~3.2 mph through serene woods and peaceful waterways. Leashed, well behaved dogs are welcome.
A gently undulating 5–6 mile out and back on Bull Creek Trail over to the Swannanoa River trail, moving at a steady ~3.2 mph through serene woods and peaceful waterways. Leashed, well behaved dogs are welcome.
A gently undulating 5–6 mile out and back on Bull Creek Trail over to the Swannanoa River trail, moving at a steady ~3.2 mph through serene woods and peaceful waterways. Leashed, well behaved dogs are welcome.
Moderately strenuous out and back hike covering roughly 5–6 miles and about 700 feet of elevation gain on the Rocky Fork, White Oak Flats, and Headwaters trails. Expect cove forest scenery, a scenic overlook, and a pre registered group outing.
Moderately strenuous out and back hike covering roughly 5–6 miles and about 700 feet of elevation gain on the Rocky Fork, White Oak Flats, and Headwaters trails. Expect cove forest scenery, a scenic overlook, and a pre registered group outing.
Moderately strenuous out and back hike covering roughly 5–6 miles and about 700 feet of elevation gain on the Rocky Fork, White Oak Flats, and Headwaters trails. Expect cove forest scenery, a scenic overlook, and a pre registered group outing.
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.
Guided woodland walk at the NC Arboretum following the Natural Garden Trail to Wesley Branch and Bent Creek, with side visits to the National Native Azalea Collection and Ethnobotany Trail; wear weatherproof sneakers and consider walking poles.
Guided woodland walk at the NC Arboretum following the Natural Garden Trail to Wesley Branch and Bent Creek, with side visits to the National Native Azalea Collection and Ethnobotany Trail; wear weatherproof sneakers and consider walking poles.
Guided woodland walk at the NC Arboretum following the Natural Garden Trail to Wesley Branch and Bent Creek, with side visits to the National Native Azalea Collection and Ethnobotany Trail; wear weatherproof sneakers and consider walking poles.