Hikes & Nature

North Carolina Arboretum

Locals’ pick

Cultivated gardens and forest trails on 434 acres off the Parkway in Bent Creek, a completely different thing from the little botanical gardens near UNCA. Bring a picnic and take your time.

Address

100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way, Asheville, NC

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Wildcat Rock TrailTemporarily closed

A local favorite — still closed after Helene damage, with no reopening date yet. We'll flip this the moment it's back.

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Strawberry Gap Trailhead

Not dog-friendly. Local's hike, closest to property. Ridge with lookout.

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Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center Locals’ pick

Dog-friendly, safe, super close, easy loop hike.

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