Scenic Avl Series #1: Hard Times Trail - Arboretum
Moderate after work hike on Bent Creek’s Hard Times alternate route, covering about 5.5–6 miles with ~600 ft of gain at a steady 3 mph on flats. Expect wooded logging roads, possible mud and high grass, and leash-only dogs with optional carpooling.
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Out and back hike on the Art Loeb Trail to Pilot Mountain with a scenic overlook at the turnaround. Expect a moderate 6.3-mile trek with ~1,900–2,000 feet of gain packed into a steep final 1.5 miles; long pants recommended and carpool meet-up at Asheville Outlets.
Out and back hike on the Art Loeb Trail to Pilot Mountain with a scenic overlook at the turnaround. Expect a moderate 6.3-mile trek with ~1,900–2,000 feet of gain packed into a steep final 1.5 miles; long pants recommended and carpool meet-up at Asheville Outlets.
Out and back hike on the Art Loeb Trail to Pilot Mountain with a scenic overlook at the turnaround. Expect a moderate 6.3-mile trek with ~1,900–2,000 feet of gain packed into a steep final 1.5 miles; long pants recommended and carpool meet-up at Asheville Outlets.
Double-loop hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail from Chestnut Cove Overlook to Pine Mountain, with good footing, shaded stretches, and a steady first-half climb to about 4,000 feet. Well-behaved leashed dogs welcome, then a casual tavern meetup for drinks or lunch.
Double-loop hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail from Chestnut Cove Overlook to Pine Mountain, with good footing, shaded stretches, and a steady first-half climb to about 4,000 feet. Well-behaved leashed dogs welcome, then a casual tavern meetup for drinks or lunch.
Double-loop hike on the Mountains-to-Sea Trail from Chestnut Cove Overlook to Pine Mountain, with good footing, shaded stretches, and a steady first-half climb to about 4,000 feet. Well-behaved leashed dogs welcome, then a casual tavern meetup for drinks or lunch.
A workout-paced hike from the Folk Art Center to Lunch Rock, with rolling ups and downs for about 1–1.5 hours each way. Pack potluck food to share and eat atop a boulder overlook with big views and a steep drop-off.
A workout-paced hike from the Folk Art Center to Lunch Rock, with rolling ups and downs for about 1–1.5 hours each way. Pack potluck food to share and eat atop a boulder overlook with big views and a steep drop-off.
A workout-paced hike from the Folk Art Center to Lunch Rock, with rolling ups and downs for about 1–1.5 hours each way. Pack potluck food to share and eat atop a boulder overlook with big views and a steep drop-off.
A relaxed 4.5 mile loop through Biltmore’s Westover Green and Blue Trails, winding through wooded estate paths near The Inn. Expect mostly wide, easy terrain with light elevation change and a steady social pace.
A relaxed 4.5 mile loop through Biltmore’s Westover Green and Blue Trails, winding through wooded estate paths near The Inn. Expect mostly wide, easy terrain with light elevation change and a steady social pace.
A relaxed 4.5 mile loop through Biltmore’s Westover Green and Blue Trails, winding through wooded estate paths near The Inn. Expect mostly wide, easy terrain with light elevation change and a steady social pace.
Moderate plus 5 mile butterfly loop through Kenilworth and historically diverse South Asheville, with stops at a historic church and cemetery, Kenilworth Park, and Chiles House. Road walking climbs Reservoir Rd for views and a solid workout (670 ft gain, ~3 mph pace).
Moderate plus 5 mile butterfly loop through Kenilworth and historically diverse South Asheville, with stops at a historic church and cemetery, Kenilworth Park, and Chiles House. Road walking climbs Reservoir Rd for views and a solid workout (670 ft gain, ~3 mph pace).
Moderate plus 5 mile butterfly loop through Kenilworth and historically diverse South Asheville, with stops at a historic church and cemetery, Kenilworth Park, and Chiles House. Road walking climbs Reservoir Rd for views and a solid workout (670 ft gain, ~3 mph pace).
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady trail pace and a scenic waterfall payoff. Ideal for hikers looking for fresh mountain air, casual conversation, and a daytime outdoor meetup near Asheville.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady trail pace and a scenic waterfall payoff. Ideal for hikers looking for fresh mountain air, casual conversation, and a daytime outdoor meetup near Asheville.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with a steady trail pace and a scenic waterfall payoff. Ideal for hikers looking for fresh mountain air, casual conversation, and a daytime outdoor meetup near Asheville.
Easy paced mountain bike group ride on Bent Creek singletrack emphasizing social pacing, basic skills, and trail etiquette for all levels; meetup at Ledford Trailhead led by Asheville on Bikes community volunteers.
Easy paced mountain bike group ride on Bent Creek singletrack emphasizing social pacing, basic skills, and trail etiquette for all levels; meetup at Ledford Trailhead led by Asheville on Bikes community volunteers.
Easy paced mountain bike group ride on Bent Creek singletrack emphasizing social pacing, basic skills, and trail etiquette for all levels; meetup at Ledford Trailhead led by Asheville on Bikes community volunteers.
A guided evening walk to Lake Junaluska with scenic lakeside views and time to explore the grounds at a moderate pace. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a community outing centered on fresh air and local nature.
A guided evening walk to Lake Junaluska with scenic lakeside views and time to explore the grounds at a moderate pace. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a community outing centered on fresh air and local nature.
A guided evening walk to Lake Junaluska with scenic lakeside views and time to explore the grounds at a moderate pace. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for a community outing centered on fresh air and local nature.
Casual, no-drop mountain biking on Bent Creek’s Ledford Branch trails, ideal for beginners and social riders. Weekly Saturday group pace wraps at the shop for coffee and warm danishes with Asheville on Bikes.
Casual, no-drop mountain biking on Bent Creek’s Ledford Branch trails, ideal for beginners and social riders. Weekly Saturday group pace wraps at the shop for coffee and warm danishes with Asheville on Bikes.
Casual, no-drop mountain biking on Bent Creek’s Ledford Branch trails, ideal for beginners and social riders. Weekly Saturday group pace wraps at the shop for coffee and warm danishes with Asheville on Bikes.
A relaxed 1.5 hour group walk on easy NC Arboretum trails, meeting outside the Baker Center by the covered benches. Comfortable shoes, water, and a walking stick recommended; carpooling can help offset the per car admission fee.
A relaxed 1.5 hour group walk on easy NC Arboretum trails, meeting outside the Baker Center by the covered benches. Comfortable shoes, water, and a walking stick recommended; carpooling can help offset the per car admission fee.
A relaxed 1.5 hour group walk on easy NC Arboretum trails, meeting outside the Baker Center by the covered benches. Comfortable shoes, water, and a walking stick recommended; carpooling can help offset the per car admission fee.
An evening group hike to the Fryingpan Fire Tower timed for golden-hour light and sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views. Carpool meet-up at Enka Candler Library sets a low-key, unplugged social vibe for fresh air and shared trail time.
An evening group hike to the Fryingpan Fire Tower timed for golden-hour light and sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views. Carpool meet-up at Enka Candler Library sets a low-key, unplugged social vibe for fresh air and shared trail time.
An evening group hike to the Fryingpan Fire Tower timed for golden-hour light and sweeping Blue Ridge Mountain views. Carpool meet-up at Enka Candler Library sets a low-key, unplugged social vibe for fresh air and shared trail time.
Casual gravel ride through Bent Creek's forested gravel roads and scenic Rice Pinnacle climb, paced for conversation and mixed abilities; organized by Asheville on Bikes with slow social stops and route options for varying fitness.
Casual gravel ride through Bent Creek's forested gravel roads and scenic Rice Pinnacle climb, paced for conversation and mixed abilities; organized by Asheville on Bikes with slow social stops and route options for varying fitness.
Casual gravel ride through Bent Creek's forested gravel roads and scenic Rice Pinnacle climb, paced for conversation and mixed abilities; organized by Asheville on Bikes with slow social stops and route options for varying fitness.
Casual no drop group bike ride, 10 to 14 miles with roughly 1000 feet of climbing, centered on social cycling, coffee stops, and post-ride pastries; weekly on Mondays at 8:00 for all paces.
Casual no drop group bike ride, 10 to 14 miles with roughly 1000 feet of climbing, centered on social cycling, coffee stops, and post-ride pastries; weekly on Mondays at 8:00 for all paces.
Casual no drop group bike ride, 10 to 14 miles with roughly 1000 feet of climbing, centered on social cycling, coffee stops, and post-ride pastries; weekly on Mondays at 8:00 for all paces.
Women led mountain bike rides exploring Bent Creek singletrack at a relaxed, no drop pace for beginners through experts, concluding with casual post ride meetups at nearby breweries and bike shops.
Women led mountain bike rides exploring Bent Creek singletrack at a relaxed, no drop pace for beginners through experts, concluding with casual post ride meetups at nearby breweries and bike shops.
Women led mountain bike rides exploring Bent Creek singletrack at a relaxed, no drop pace for beginners through experts, concluding with casual post ride meetups at nearby breweries and bike shops.
Weekly DIY group bike ride that starts at the Riverside Dr and Craven St river dock in the River Arts District, with regroup points and mid route hang breaks. First Tuesdays stay chill and flat on riverside greenways; later weeks ramp up mileage and elevation.
Weekly DIY group bike ride that starts at the Riverside Dr and Craven St river dock in the River Arts District, with regroup points and mid route hang breaks. First Tuesdays stay chill and flat on riverside greenways; later weeks ramp up mileage and elevation.
Weekly DIY group bike ride that starts at the Riverside Dr and Craven St river dock in the River Arts District, with regroup points and mid route hang breaks. First Tuesdays stay chill and flat on riverside greenways; later weeks ramp up mileage and elevation.
Fast-paced road cycling training ride covering roughly 45–50 miles, with an occasional B group when available. Expect a higher-intensity pace and a non–no drop format where riders may not wait if you fall behind.
Fast-paced road cycling training ride covering roughly 45–50 miles, with an occasional B group when available. Expect a higher-intensity pace and a non–no drop format where riders may not wait if you fall behind.
Fast-paced road cycling training ride covering roughly 45–50 miles, with an occasional B group when available. Expect a higher-intensity pace and a non–no drop format where riders may not wait if you fall behind.