Sleepy Gap--Lake Powhatan 8 miles, 1300'
A scenic 8-mile loop from Sleepy Gap Overlook on the Blue Ridge Parkway down the Mountain-to-Sea Trail through Bent Creek and around Lake Powhatan. Expect mostly wide, good-footing trails with creek crossings, forested stretches, and a viewpoint at Sleepy Gap.
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Moderate pace group hike starting at Hard Times Trailhead near Lake Powhatan, aiming for a reliable weeknight outing on Bent Creek trails. Limited spots with an emphasis on committed attendance; weather dependent with possible rain cancellations.
Moderate pace group hike starting at Hard Times Trailhead near Lake Powhatan, aiming for a reliable weeknight outing on Bent Creek trails. Limited spots with an emphasis on committed attendance; weather dependent with possible rain cancellations.
Moderate pace group hike starting at Hard Times Trailhead near Lake Powhatan, aiming for a reliable weeknight outing on Bent Creek trails. Limited spots with an emphasis on committed attendance; weather dependent with possible rain cancellations.
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.
A guided waterfall hike through Pisgah National Forest with a local naturalist-style guide, covering forest trails, creek crossings, and scenic cascade overlooks. Expect a moderate pace focused on safety, nature interpretation, and photo stops.
A guided waterfall hike through Pisgah National Forest with a local naturalist-style guide, covering forest trails, creek crossings, and scenic cascade overlooks. Expect a moderate pace focused on safety, nature interpretation, and photo stops.
A guided waterfall hike through Pisgah National Forest with a local naturalist-style guide, covering forest trails, creek crossings, and scenic cascade overlooks. Expect a moderate pace focused on safety, nature interpretation, and photo stops.
A guided group walk around Lake Junaluska with an easy pace and scenic shoreline views. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for an outdoor social stroll that’s ideal for visitors and locals.
A guided group walk around Lake Junaluska with an easy pace and scenic shoreline views. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for an outdoor social stroll that’s ideal for visitors and locals.
A guided group walk around Lake Junaluska with an easy pace and scenic shoreline views. Meet at the Asheville Visitor Center for an outdoor social stroll that’s ideal for visitors and locals.
A steep, off trail creek ascent where most of the route is scrambling up wet rocks through a near continuous waterfall. Expect lower and upper falls viewpoints plus sweeping Shining Rock Wilderness vistas for confident, advanced hikers.
A steep, off trail creek ascent where most of the route is scrambling up wet rocks through a near continuous waterfall. Expect lower and upper falls viewpoints plus sweeping Shining Rock Wilderness vistas for confident, advanced hikers.
A steep, off trail creek ascent where most of the route is scrambling up wet rocks through a near continuous waterfall. Expect lower and upper falls viewpoints plus sweeping Shining Rock Wilderness vistas for confident, advanced hikers.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with forested mountain trails and a scenic waterfall destination. Expect a daytime meetup vibe with a moderate pace and plenty of conversation on the walk.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with forested mountain trails and a scenic waterfall destination. Expect a daytime meetup vibe with a moderate pace and plenty of conversation on the walk.
A social group hike to Catawba Falls with forested mountain trails and a scenic waterfall destination. Expect a daytime meetup vibe with a moderate pace and plenty of conversation on the walk.
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.
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.
Cool early-morning 2.5-mile woodland hike at an easy ~2 mph pace, with a gurgling stream, potential muddy sections, and a scenic overlook of the French Broad River. Social outing geared toward active single seniors.
Cool early-morning 2.5-mile woodland hike at an easy ~2 mph pace, with a gurgling stream, potential muddy sections, and a scenic overlook of the French Broad River. Social outing geared toward active single seniors.
Cool early-morning 2.5-mile woodland hike at an easy ~2 mph pace, with a gurgling stream, potential muddy sections, and a scenic overlook of the French Broad River. Social outing geared toward active single seniors.
Pedal mellow singletrack on a no drop mountain bike group, then gather at the shop for coffee and warm Danishes—weekly Saturday social ride welcoming all skill levels.
Pedal mellow singletrack on a no drop mountain bike group, then gather at the shop for coffee and warm Danishes—weekly Saturday social ride welcoming all skill levels.
Pedal mellow singletrack on a no drop mountain bike group, then gather at the shop for coffee and warm Danishes—weekly Saturday social ride welcoming all skill levels.
Easygoing gravel ride through Bent Creek to Rice Pinnacle, focused on social pacing, group support, and scenic singletrack and forest gravel; welcoming all skill levels and hosted by Asheville on Bikes.
Easygoing gravel ride through Bent Creek to Rice Pinnacle, focused on social pacing, group support, and scenic singletrack and forest gravel; welcoming all skill levels and hosted by Asheville on Bikes.
Easygoing gravel ride through Bent Creek to Rice Pinnacle, focused on social pacing, group support, and scenic singletrack and forest gravel; welcoming all skill levels and hosted by Asheville on Bikes.
A gentle two mile out and back hike through serene woods along Bull Creek and the Swannanoa River, meeting across from Berea Baptist Church on Riceville Road. Bring water, a walking stick, and rain gear; optional picnic lunch afterward with no restrooms available.
A gentle two mile out and back hike through serene woods along Bull Creek and the Swannanoa River, meeting across from Berea Baptist Church on Riceville Road. Bring water, a walking stick, and rain gear; optional picnic lunch afterward with no restrooms available.
A gentle two mile out and back hike through serene woods along Bull Creek and the Swannanoa River, meeting across from Berea Baptist Church on Riceville Road. Bring water, a walking stick, and rain gear; optional picnic lunch afterward with no restrooms available.
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.