
Scenic AVL #5: Murdock Grove Weaver Blvd Loop
A moderate 5 mile road loop around Murdock Grove and Weaver Blvd at a steady 3.2 mph pace with about 800 feet of elevation gain. Leashed dogs are welcome, and the Scenic Asheville series counts toward a badge challenge.
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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.
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.

A brisk 3.2 mile neighborhood walk from Sunset Park through the Albemarle Park historic district and up Cherokee Road, mixing gradual climbs with a few steep sections. Expect 604 ft elevation gain, ~2.8 mph pace, and mountain-view streetscapes.

A brisk 3.2 mile neighborhood walk from Sunset Park through the Albemarle Park historic district and up Cherokee Road, mixing gradual climbs with a few steep sections. Expect 604 ft elevation gain, ~2.8 mph pace, and mountain-view streetscapes.
A brisk 3.2 mile neighborhood walk from Sunset Park through the Albemarle Park historic district and up Cherokee Road, mixing gradual climbs with a few steep sections. Expect 604 ft elevation gain, ~2.8 mph pace, and mountain-view streetscapes.

A brisk 5–5.5 mile Bent Creek hike starting at the Rice Pinnacle parking area, moving at a steady 2.7–3 mph. Expect one midway water break and a finish around 10:50–11:00 p.m. depending on distance.

A brisk 5–5.5 mile Bent Creek hike starting at the Rice Pinnacle parking area, moving at a steady 2.7–3 mph. Expect one midway water break and a finish around 10:50–11:00 p.m. depending on distance.
A brisk 5–5.5 mile Bent Creek hike starting at the Rice Pinnacle parking area, moving at a steady 2.7–3 mph. Expect one midway water break and a finish around 10:50–11:00 p.m. depending on distance.

A moderate 5-mile out-and-back on the Mountain-to-Sea Trail from Craven Gap, crossing the Parkway and rolling through newly reopened terrain reshaped by Hurricane Helene. Midpoint break at 2.5 miles before returning the same route.

A moderate 5-mile out-and-back on the Mountain-to-Sea Trail from Craven Gap, crossing the Parkway and rolling through newly reopened terrain reshaped by Hurricane Helene. Midpoint break at 2.5 miles before returning the same route.
A moderate 5-mile out-and-back on the Mountain-to-Sea Trail from Craven Gap, crossing the Parkway and rolling through newly reopened terrain reshaped by Hurricane Helene. Midpoint break at 2.5 miles before returning the same route.

A 7 mile springtime loop through Bent Creek that links Lower Sidehill, South Ridge Road, and the Chestnut cove forest, finishing with a lollipop return section. Meet at the Brevard Rd Waffle House for a group hike and carpool coordination.

A 7 mile springtime loop through Bent Creek that links Lower Sidehill, South Ridge Road, and the Chestnut cove forest, finishing with a lollipop return section. Meet at the Brevard Rd Waffle House for a group hike and carpool coordination.
A 7 mile springtime loop through Bent Creek that links Lower Sidehill, South Ridge Road, and the Chestnut cove forest, finishing with a lollipop return section. Meet at the Brevard Rd Waffle House for a group hike and carpool coordination.

A 3 mile neighborhood loop from Kenilworth Park through Caledonia and Ravenna, passing the Kenilworth Inn with views toward Swannanoa. Short but hilly route with about 417 ft of elevation gain in roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

A 3 mile neighborhood loop from Kenilworth Park through Caledonia and Ravenna, passing the Kenilworth Inn with views toward Swannanoa. Short but hilly route with about 417 ft of elevation gain in roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
A 3 mile neighborhood loop from Kenilworth Park through Caledonia and Ravenna, passing the Kenilworth Inn with views toward Swannanoa. Short but hilly route with about 417 ft of elevation gain in roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

A morning group walk meeting at Antler Hill Pavilion near the playground, heading out on Biltmore’s mostly flat Farm Trail along the French Broad River. If trail closures persist, the route shifts to the shorter Lagoon Trail starting from the same spot.

A morning group walk meeting at Antler Hill Pavilion near the playground, heading out on Biltmore’s mostly flat Farm Trail along the French Broad River. If trail closures persist, the route shifts to the shorter Lagoon Trail starting from the same spot.
A morning group walk meeting at Antler Hill Pavilion near the playground, heading out on Biltmore’s mostly flat Farm Trail along the French Broad River. If trail closures persist, the route shifts to the shorter Lagoon Trail starting from the same spot.

Group hike along shaded forest trails to Catawba Falls, passing moss covered rocks and cascading waterfall viewpoints; meet at 70 College Street for a relaxed, community paced daytime walk.

Group hike along shaded forest trails to Catawba Falls, passing moss covered rocks and cascading waterfall viewpoints; meet at 70 College Street for a relaxed, community paced daytime walk.
Group hike along shaded forest trails to Catawba Falls, passing moss covered rocks and cascading waterfall viewpoints; meet at 70 College Street for a relaxed, community paced daytime walk.

A guided 4 mile walk from the Montford Visitor Center weaves through historic Montford and into downtown Asheville on mostly paved terrain with a few hills. Designed for active retirees, with free parking, restrooms, and a no dogs policy.

A guided 4 mile walk from the Montford Visitor Center weaves through historic Montford and into downtown Asheville on mostly paved terrain with a few hills. Designed for active retirees, with free parking, restrooms, and a no dogs policy.
A guided 4 mile walk from the Montford Visitor Center weaves through historic Montford and into downtown Asheville on mostly paved terrain with a few hills. Designed for active retirees, with free parking, restrooms, and a no dogs policy.

Evening lakeside stroll on a gentle loop with local guides, featuring calm water views, boardwalk sections, and interpretive commentary plus chances for wildlife spotting and nature photography.

Evening lakeside stroll on a gentle loop with local guides, featuring calm water views, boardwalk sections, and interpretive commentary plus chances for wildlife spotting and nature photography.
Evening lakeside stroll on a gentle loop with local guides, featuring calm water views, boardwalk sections, and interpretive commentary plus chances for wildlife spotting and nature photography.

An easy 4.5 mile Bent Creek loop from Ledford Branch Trailhead via Deer Lake Lodge and Ledford Branch Road, paced for a group meetup. Wrap up with a casual lunch hang at Griff's Kitchen after the hike.

An easy 4.5 mile Bent Creek loop from Ledford Branch Trailhead via Deer Lake Lodge and Ledford Branch Road, paced for a group meetup. Wrap up with a casual lunch hang at Griff's Kitchen after the hike.
An easy 4.5 mile Bent Creek loop from Ledford Branch Trailhead via Deer Lake Lodge and Ledford Branch Road, paced for a group meetup. Wrap up with a casual lunch hang at Griff's Kitchen after the hike.

Pedal scenic gravel roads and steady climbs on a slow social, friendly group ride that emphasizes social pacing and welcomes all abilities for casual exploration and community cycling.

Pedal scenic gravel roads and steady climbs on a slow social, friendly group ride that emphasizes social pacing and welcomes all abilities for casual exploration and community cycling.
Pedal scenic gravel roads and steady climbs on a slow social, friendly group ride that emphasizes social pacing and welcomes all abilities for casual exploration and community cycling.

Fast-paced road training ride covering 45 to 50 miles at a brisk group tempo, with an occasional B group for slightly slower riders. Not a guaranteed no-drop outing—expect a challenging, experienced-rider pace.

Fast-paced road training ride covering 45 to 50 miles at a brisk group tempo, with an occasional B group for slightly slower riders. Not a guaranteed no-drop outing—expect a challenging, experienced-rider pace.
Fast-paced road training ride covering 45 to 50 miles at a brisk group tempo, with an occasional B group for slightly slower riders. Not a guaranteed no-drop outing—expect a challenging, experienced-rider pace.

A mellow evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop followed by a two mile lake trail walk. Rain or shine plans create a low pressure, nature focused meetup for quiet connection.

A mellow evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop followed by a two mile lake trail walk. Rain or shine plans create a low pressure, nature focused meetup for quiet connection.
A mellow evening stroll through the Beaver Lake Bird Sanctuary boardwalk loop followed by a two mile lake trail walk. Rain or shine plans create a low pressure, nature focused meetup for quiet connection.

Pedal friendly Monday morning group ride of 10 to 14 miles with roughly 1,000 feet of climbing, coffee start and doughnut finish; no-drop pace and optional Google Meet attendance.

Pedal friendly Monday morning group ride of 10 to 14 miles with roughly 1,000 feet of climbing, coffee start and doughnut finish; no-drop pace and optional Google Meet attendance.
Pedal friendly Monday morning group ride of 10 to 14 miles with roughly 1,000 feet of climbing, coffee start and doughnut finish; no-drop pace and optional Google Meet attendance.

A relaxed spring stroll along arboretum garden trails at an easy, conversational pace with scenic blooms and mountain views. The morning wraps with a casual coffee hang at the on site Arbor Eatery, ideal for meeting other locals.

A relaxed spring stroll along arboretum garden trails at an easy, conversational pace with scenic blooms and mountain views. The morning wraps with a casual coffee hang at the on site Arbor Eatery, ideal for meeting other locals.
A relaxed spring stroll along arboretum garden trails at an easy, conversational pace with scenic blooms and mountain views. The morning wraps with a casual coffee hang at the on site Arbor Eatery, ideal for meeting other locals.

Easy pace group ride through Asheville neighborhoods ending at a local cafe for coffee; Asheville on Bikes hosts a social, all levels bike meetup focused on community connection and casual conversation.

Easy pace group ride through Asheville neighborhoods ending at a local cafe for coffee; Asheville on Bikes hosts a social, all levels bike meetup focused on community connection and casual conversation.
Easy pace group ride through Asheville neighborhoods ending at a local cafe for coffee; Asheville on Bikes hosts a social, all levels bike meetup focused on community connection and casual conversation.