
Mountains-to-Sea Trail Highway 25 toward Bent Creek
A fairly easy yet brisk group hike on the Mountains to Sea Trail near Bent Creek, moving about 3.0–3.2 mph over constantly undulating terrain with no super long climbs. Meet at the gravel lot across from the trailhead for a social, leashed dog friendly outing.
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A moderate undulating Mountains to Sea Trail hike with narrow, rooty singletrack and a few rocky steps, plus a short climb around the halfway point. Expect a steady 2.7–2.9 mph pace, leashed dogs welcome, with meetup at the Craven Gap gravel lot off the Blue Ridge Parkway.

A moderate undulating Mountains to Sea Trail hike with narrow, rooty singletrack and a few rocky steps, plus a short climb around the halfway point. Expect a steady 2.7–2.9 mph pace, leashed dogs welcome, with meetup at the Craven Gap gravel lot off the Blue Ridge Parkway.
A moderate undulating Mountains to Sea Trail hike with narrow, rooty singletrack and a few rocky steps, plus a short climb around the halfway point. Expect a steady 2.7–2.9 mph pace, leashed dogs welcome, with meetup at the Craven Gap gravel lot off the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Brisk 5-mile out-and-back hike from the Folk Art Center with a sustained uphill climb to a scenic overlook, then an easier downhill return. Designed for reasonably fit hikers seeking a workout pace and trail community; leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome.

Brisk 5-mile out-and-back hike from the Folk Art Center with a sustained uphill climb to a scenic overlook, then an easier downhill return. Designed for reasonably fit hikers seeking a workout pace and trail community; leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome.
Brisk 5-mile out-and-back hike from the Folk Art Center with a sustained uphill climb to a scenic overlook, then an easier downhill return. Designed for reasonably fit hikers seeking a workout pace and trail community; leashed, well-behaved dogs welcome.

A moonlit ascent to Bearwallow Mountain timed with the Buck Moon’s near full illumination and clear-sky forecast. Expect a moderately challenging one-mile climb that elevates your heart rate, then a safer return via a wide fire service road.

A moonlit ascent to Bearwallow Mountain timed with the Buck Moon’s near full illumination and clear-sky forecast. Expect a moderately challenging one-mile climb that elevates your heart rate, then a safer return via a wide fire service road.
A moonlit ascent to Bearwallow Mountain timed with the Buck Moon’s near full illumination and clear-sky forecast. Expect a moderately challenging one-mile climb that elevates your heart rate, then a safer return via a wide fire service road.

A strenuous 7-mile round-trip mountain hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail from the Folk Art Center up to Blackstock Knob, climbing above 6,300 feet. Hardwood-to-spruce-fir forest transitions, mossy understory, and newly opened long-range views at the summit.

A strenuous 7-mile round-trip mountain hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail from the Folk Art Center up to Blackstock Knob, climbing above 6,300 feet. Hardwood-to-spruce-fir forest transitions, mossy understory, and newly opened long-range views at the summit.
A strenuous 7-mile round-trip mountain hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail from the Folk Art Center up to Blackstock Knob, climbing above 6,300 feet. Hardwood-to-spruce-fir forest transitions, mossy understory, and newly opened long-range views at the summit.

Casual slow paced mountain bike ride on Bent Creek's singletrack at Ledford Trailhead, welcoming all skill levels to pedal, chat, and practice trail skills. Group led by Asheville on Bikes for evening community riding.

Casual slow paced mountain bike ride on Bent Creek's singletrack at Ledford Trailhead, welcoming all skill levels to pedal, chat, and practice trail skills. Group led by Asheville on Bikes for evening community riding.
Casual slow paced mountain bike ride on Bent Creek's singletrack at Ledford Trailhead, welcoming all skill levels to pedal, chat, and practice trail skills. Group led by Asheville on Bikes for evening community riding.

Casual no drop mountain bike ride on Bent Creek singletrack, led by Motion Makers from Ledford Branch Trailhead; riders of all levels welcome, with a social post ride stop at the shop for fresh danishes.

Casual no drop mountain bike ride on Bent Creek singletrack, led by Motion Makers from Ledford Branch Trailhead; riders of all levels welcome, with a social post ride stop at the shop for fresh danishes.
Casual no drop mountain bike ride on Bent Creek singletrack, led by Motion Makers from Ledford Branch Trailhead; riders of all levels welcome, with a social post ride stop at the shop for fresh danishes.

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.

A morning trail loop hike from the Bent Creek River Park parking lot, meeting across Hwy 191 from the Arboretum entrance. Outdoor community gathering with a faith based “Worship in the Wild” vibe on the Shut In Trail to Hard Times Road route.

A morning trail loop hike from the Bent Creek River Park parking lot, meeting across Hwy 191 from the Arboretum entrance. Outdoor community gathering with a faith based “Worship in the Wild” vibe on the Shut In Trail to Hard Times Road route.
A morning trail loop hike from the Bent Creek River Park parking lot, meeting across Hwy 191 from the Arboretum entrance. Outdoor community gathering with a faith based “Worship in the Wild” vibe on the Shut In Trail to Hard Times Road route.

Women-led mountain bike group ride rolling from the Ledford parking lot trailhead in Bent Creek with posted pace and route details. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options tailored to different skill levels and supportive trail camaraderie.

Women-led mountain bike group ride rolling from the Ledford parking lot trailhead in Bent Creek with posted pace and route details. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options tailored to different skill levels and supportive trail camaraderie.
Women-led mountain bike group ride rolling from the Ledford parking lot trailhead in Bent Creek with posted pace and route details. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options tailored to different skill levels and supportive trail camaraderie.

A relaxed guided walk around Lake Junaluska with an easy pace and plenty of time for lakeside scenery and photo stops. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a community outing that blends light exercise with local nature.

A relaxed guided walk around Lake Junaluska with an easy pace and plenty of time for lakeside scenery and photo stops. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a community outing that blends light exercise with local nature.
A relaxed guided walk around Lake Junaluska with an easy pace and plenty of time for lakeside scenery and photo stops. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a community outing that blends light exercise with local nature.

A guided 5K walk through the NC Arboretum’s ethnobotany route, mixing well groomed trails with moderate hills and stair climbs. Starts at the Baker Visitor Center with restrooms available; walking poles may be helpful.

A guided 5K walk through the NC Arboretum’s ethnobotany route, mixing well groomed trails with moderate hills and stair climbs. Starts at the Baker Visitor Center with restrooms available; walking poles may be helpful.
A guided 5K walk through the NC Arboretum’s ethnobotany route, mixing well groomed trails with moderate hills and stair climbs. Starts at the Baker Visitor Center with restrooms available; walking poles may be helpful.

Women-focused group mountain bike rides on Bent Creek trails, meeting at Ledford Parking Lot/Branch Trailhead for a prompt rollout. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options based on skill level and trail pace, coordinated via Facebook pre-ride updates.

Women-focused group mountain bike rides on Bent Creek trails, meeting at Ledford Parking Lot/Branch Trailhead for a prompt rollout. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options based on skill level and trail pace, coordinated via Facebook pre-ride updates.
Women-focused group mountain bike rides on Bent Creek trails, meeting at Ledford Parking Lot/Branch Trailhead for a prompt rollout. Choose Monday evening or Wednesday morning options based on skill level and trail pace, coordinated via Facebook pre-ride updates.

A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady, moderate-paced walk through wooded trails and scenic waterfall views. Ideal for meeting new people while exploring a classic Blue Ridge outdoor route.

A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady, moderate-paced walk through wooded trails and scenic waterfall views. Ideal for meeting new people while exploring a classic Blue Ridge outdoor route.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady, moderate-paced walk through wooded trails and scenic waterfall views. Ideal for meeting new people while exploring a classic Blue Ridge outdoor route.

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.

Guided hike to a Pisgah-area waterfall with local leaders navigating trail terrain and sharing natural history along the way. Expect a scenic forest trek with photo stops and a steady, moderate pace.

Guided hike to a Pisgah-area waterfall with local leaders navigating trail terrain and sharing natural history along the way. Expect a scenic forest trek with photo stops and a steady, moderate pace.
Guided hike to a Pisgah-area waterfall with local leaders navigating trail terrain and sharing natural history along the way. Expect a scenic forest trek with photo stops and a steady, moderate pace.

Moderate 5-mile trail hike with about 800 feet of elevation gain on the Pisgah Forest Access Road near Candler. Participants meet at Lake Hills Church to condense cars due to limited trailhead parking, then head out at a steady pace.

Moderate 5-mile trail hike with about 800 feet of elevation gain on the Pisgah Forest Access Road near Candler. Participants meet at Lake Hills Church to condense cars due to limited trailhead parking, then head out at a steady pace.
Moderate 5-mile trail hike with about 800 feet of elevation gain on the Pisgah Forest Access Road near Candler. Participants meet at Lake Hills Church to condense cars due to limited trailhead parking, then head out at a steady pace.

Weekly evening road cycling meetups roll out from a local bike shop with a 5:30 pm gather and 6 pm start. Open to all riders for social miles, steady pacing, and community camaraderie through late summer.

Weekly evening road cycling meetups roll out from a local bike shop with a 5:30 pm gather and 6 pm start. Open to all riders for social miles, steady pacing, and community camaraderie through late summer.
Weekly evening road cycling meetups roll out from a local bike shop with a 5:30 pm gather and 6 pm start. Open to all riders for social miles, steady pacing, and community camaraderie through late summer.