
Scenic AVL #9 - Downtown to Windswept from First Baptist Church
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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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.

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.
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.

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.
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.

Scarred switchbacks and changed vistas reveal Hurricane Helene's impact along the newly reopened Mountain to Sea Trail. 5-mile out-and-back with roughly 800 feet elevation gain, moderate-paced community hike.

Scarred switchbacks and changed vistas reveal Hurricane Helene's impact along the newly reopened Mountain to Sea Trail. 5-mile out-and-back with roughly 800 feet elevation gain, moderate-paced community hike.
Scarred switchbacks and changed vistas reveal Hurricane Helene's impact along the newly reopened Mountain to Sea Trail. 5-mile out-and-back with roughly 800 feet elevation gain, moderate-paced community hike.
Moonlit forest walk for quiet firefly viewing along shaded Blue Ridge trails, led by experienced guides; expect low light navigation, nocturnal wildlife sightings, and recommended headlamps and sturdy footwear for the night hike.
Moonlit forest walk for quiet firefly viewing along shaded Blue Ridge trails, led by experienced guides; expect low light navigation, nocturnal wildlife sightings, and recommended headlamps and sturdy footwear for the night hike.
Moonlit forest walk for quiet firefly viewing along shaded Blue Ridge trails, led by experienced guides; expect low light navigation, nocturnal wildlife sightings, and recommended headlamps and sturdy footwear for the night hike.

Scenic group hike to cascading waterfalls along a moderate forest trail with rocky pools and short elevation gains; participants meet downtown for a neighborhood meetup and typically carpool to the trailhead.

Scenic group hike to cascading waterfalls along a moderate forest trail with rocky pools and short elevation gains; participants meet downtown for a neighborhood meetup and typically carpool to the trailhead.
Scenic group hike to cascading waterfalls along a moderate forest trail with rocky pools and short elevation gains; participants meet downtown for a neighborhood meetup and typically carpool to the trailhead.

Social A paced road ride of about 30 miles departing from Youngblood Bicycles; a drop ride with two-group splits for larger turnout, downloadable RideWithGPS route, and on-site check-in recommended for riders unfamiliar with the area.

Social A paced road ride of about 30 miles departing from Youngblood Bicycles; a drop ride with two-group splits for larger turnout, downloadable RideWithGPS route, and on-site check-in recommended for riders unfamiliar with the area.
Social A paced road ride of about 30 miles departing from Youngblood Bicycles; a drop ride with two-group splits for larger turnout, downloadable RideWithGPS route, and on-site check-in recommended for riders unfamiliar with the area.

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.
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.

An evening community road run along a revised 3- or 5-mile route, leaders encouraging headlamps and reflective vests; the outing ends at a local brewery for post-run beers and socializing.

An evening community road run along a revised 3- or 5-mile route, leaders encouraging headlamps and reflective vests; the outing ends at a local brewery for post-run beers and socializing.
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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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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.

Relaxed evening gravel and mixed terrain group ride starting from a local bike shop, rolling conversational pace across pavement, dirt, and singletrack; suitable for beginners and riders with versatile tires.

Relaxed evening gravel and mixed terrain group ride starting from a local bike shop, rolling conversational pace across pavement, dirt, and singletrack; suitable for beginners and riders with versatile tires.
Relaxed evening gravel and mixed terrain group ride starting from a local bike shop, rolling conversational pace across pavement, dirt, and singletrack; suitable for beginners and riders with versatile tires.
Gentle lakeside walk around Lake Junaluska led by the Asheville Visitor Center, highlighting wooded shoreline views, flat accessible paths, and relaxed community pacing for walkers of all skill levels.
Gentle lakeside walk around Lake Junaluska led by the Asheville Visitor Center, highlighting wooded shoreline views, flat accessible paths, and relaxed community pacing for walkers of all skill levels.
Gentle lakeside walk around Lake Junaluska led by the Asheville Visitor Center, highlighting wooded shoreline views, flat accessible paths, and relaxed community pacing for walkers of all skill levels.

Peloton-style, fast-paced road training ride covering 45 to 50 miles, often spawning a separate B group; not a guaranteed no-drop outing, meeting at Chesnut and Charlotte near the old Fuddruckers.

Peloton-style, fast-paced road training ride covering 45 to 50 miles, often spawning a separate B group; not a guaranteed no-drop outing, meeting at Chesnut and Charlotte near the old Fuddruckers.
Peloton-style, fast-paced road training ride covering 45 to 50 miles, often spawning a separate B group; not a guaranteed no-drop outing, meeting at Chesnut and Charlotte near the old Fuddruckers.

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.

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.
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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Casual group bike ride led by Asheville on Bikes through city streets that pauses for coffee and photos; riders of all levels gather for a relaxed cruise focused on community connection and bike camaraderie.
Casual group bike ride led by Asheville on Bikes through city streets that pauses for coffee and photos; riders of all levels gather for a relaxed cruise focused on community connection and bike camaraderie.

Forest gravel group ride from Rice Pinnacle through Bent Creek, with scenic climbs and mixed tracks suited to all abilities; a social pace outing by Asheville on Bikes for outdoor fitness and community.

Forest gravel group ride from Rice Pinnacle through Bent Creek, with scenic climbs and mixed tracks suited to all abilities; a social pace outing by Asheville on Bikes for outdoor fitness and community.
Forest gravel group ride from Rice Pinnacle through Bent Creek, with scenic climbs and mixed tracks suited to all abilities; a social pace outing by Asheville on Bikes for outdoor fitness and community.