Black Mountain, North Carolina

Black Mountain, North Carolina is a top destination for activities and attractions. From picturesque hikes to awe-inspiring outdoor adventures, there is plenty to explore. The Black Mountain Crest Trail is a popular route for hikers, offering beautiful vistas of the area. Adventure-seekers can enjoy mountain biking and rock climbing, while those who prefer the water can kayak, canoe, and fish in the nearby Lake Lure. There is something for all to enjoy in Black Mountain, North Carolina.

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Montreat, North Carolina
Hike Lookout Mountain, Montreat

5.0

1.1 mi / 623 ft gain

Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains is Montreat, North Carolina. Just down the road from Asheville, it neighbors Black Mountain and doesn't disappoint for views. Montreat itself houses a plethora of hiking trails, but the cream of the crop HAS to be Lookout Mountain. After a weekend of checking o...
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Old Fort, North Carolina
Catawba Falls

4.8

2.19 mi / 394 ft gain

Please note, Catawba Falls is temporarily closed. You can learn more about updates at www.fs.usda.gov. This quick and relatively easy hike is located close to Asheville, NC. If you're looking to have the trail to yourself, it can be a little tough. It's best to get there as early as possible or ...
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Black Mountain, North Carolina
Craggy Pinnacle Trail

4.8

1.03 mi / 285 ft gain

I usually spend the day visiting restaurants and breweries around Asheville. Before it gets late, so you can enjoy the views, head to the Blue Ridge Parkway located right outside the city. After about 30 minutes on the parkway, you will park at the Craggy Pinnacle parking lot Milepost 364.1. Fro...
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Barnardsville, North Carolina
Douglas Falls

5.0

1.11 mi / 125 ft gain

The trail begins at the back of the parking area and is marked by a trail sign. Once on the trail, it is a straight shot to the waterfall with no turnoffs. Overall the trail is very easy and is a slight descent all the way down. Around .3 miles into the trail you enter a forest of now-dead hemloc...
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Old Fort, North Carolina
Green Knob Lookout Tower

4.8

0.76 mi / 292 ft gain

Green Knob Lookout Tower is an abandoned fire tower near Mt. Mitchell and located directly off the Blue Ridge Parkway. The tower boasts a full 360-degree, unobstructed view of Mt. Mitchell, Craggy Mountains, Table Rock, Grandfather Mountain, and the Parkway. Unlike most fire towers, this tower is...
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Burnsville, North Carolina
Mount Mitchell via the Old Mitchell Trail

5.0

3.74 mi / 1194 ft gain

After arriving in the park off of the beautiful Blue Ridge Parkway, park at the first parking lot you encounter on the righthand side of the road. There is a visitor's center there where you can inquire about the park and pick up a park map. Once you do that walk outside and look to the left of t...
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Asheville, North Carolina
Photograph Haw Creek Valley Overlook

The Haw Creek Valley Overlook is only 8 miles from downtown Asheville. If you're in the downtown area, it's a rather easy place to zip on over to if you're in need of some time away from urban life. This overlook is a hot spot for sunset watching and picture taking. If you plan on seeing what th...
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Burnsville, North Carolina
Deep Gap Trail at Mt. Mitchell State Park

5.0

8.24 mi / 2310 ft gain

I personally find this trail to be more difficult and have more rewarding views than the Mt. Mitchell summit trail. The Deep Gap Trail starts near the Mount Mitchell summit and heads into a forest of spruce and balsam fir trees. The trail then climbs along the ridgeline to neighboring summits. E...
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Black Mountain, North Carolina
Eagle Rock

0.7 mi / 151 ft gain

Eagle Rock is located in Chimney Rock State Park and is a hot spot for climbers and hikers! The hike to the overlook at Eagle Rock is 0.4 miles, and it's one of the most bang-for-your-buck trails in the area. We love to picnic out on the rock as it's in the sun most of the day. If you decide to...
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Fairview, North Carolina
Hike the Trombatore Trail to Blue Ridge Pastures

5.0

5 mi / 1350 ft gain

Park along the road at Bearwallow Gap - this is also the parking area for Bearwallow Mountain. Starting at a little over 3600ft, the Trombatore Trail has been well marked by the Carolina Mountain Land Conservancy with red blazes. Parts of the trail border private land, so pay attention to the sig...
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Hendersonville, North Carolina
Hike to the Top of Bearwallow Mountain

5.0

2 mi / 583 ft gain

Once you have parked along the roadside near the trailhead, pass through the big gate on the right side of the road and take the trail off to the right. The trail winds up the mountain for a mile before it empties out onto the bald atop Bearwallow. Once on the bald, you can follow the gravel road...
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Burnsville, North Carolina
Roaring Fork Falls

1.52 mi / 302 ft gain

Roaring Fork Falls is an out-and-back trail that takes you by a waterfall located near Burnsville, North Carolina.
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Burnsville, North Carolina
Roaring Fork Falls

1.31 mi / 249 ft gain

Park at the work center but don't block the gate. Hike around the gate and head up the grassy and gravel road. Once you get to the creek a narrow path leads upstream to the base of the falls. gps: n35 46.101/ w82 11.713
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Asheville, North Carolina
Relax at Martin Luther King Jr Park

The Martin Luther King Jr Park includes a large multi-purpose field as well as a playground that's great for kids. It's the perfect place to go solo to clear your head and chill with a book or with family and friends for an outdoor game. Right at the entrance to the Park stands a statue of Mart...
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Asheville, North Carolina
Take in the Sights at Pack Square Park

If you're in Asheville, it'll be quite difficult to miss out on going to or at least hearing about Pack Square Park. The park is bustling with activity as it's a common, middle ground place for people to meet up, to take a lunch break, or to catch some rays of sun on a warm day. It's also a commo...
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Lake Lure, North Carolina
Boulder at Rumbling Bald

4.5

1.5 mi

Located off of Boys Camp Rd. in Lake Lure, North Carolina, Rumbling Bald is a huge boulder yard that has been in use since the 1970's and has begun to flourish. Conveniently at the trail head is a gravel parking lot with three Port A Johns to use. Make sure you get to the parking lot early thou...
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