Discover Asheville’s Best Hikes and Stunning Waterfalls

Your Ultimate Guide to Exploring Nature in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Asheville and the surrounding Blue Ridge Mountains with our comprehensive guide to hikes and waterfalls. Whether you're an experienced hiker or a casual nature lover, Asheville offers a diverse range of trails that lead to spectacular waterfalls and scenic vistas. Explore popular spots like Dupont State Recreational Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, or discover hidden gems off the beaten path. Our guide provides detailed trail descriptions, difficulty ratings, and tips for making the most of your outdoor adventures. Lace up your hiking boots and get ready to experience the natural wonders that make Asheville a top destination for outdoor enthusiasts!

Asheville Trails

Highlights some of the best trails in Asheville with the mission to inspire great Southern adventures.

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Chimney Rock at Chimney Rock State Park

Experience the best of the mountains all in one place! Enjoy six unique hiking trails, 75-mile panoramic views, and the tallest waterfall in any North Carolina State Park.

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Sam Knob Trail

Sam Knob is a towering mountain just off the Blue Ridge Parkway that tops out at just over 6,000 feet elevation! Check out the 360 degree video with our friends at Hike NC with Me : https://youtu.be/lb_kumycra0

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Wildcat Rock via Wildcat Rock Trail

Wildcat Rock via Wildcat Rock Trail is a 3.5 mile out and back trail located near Gerton, North Carolina that features a waterfall and is rated as moderate. Check out the 360 degree video created by Hike NC with Me: https://youtu.be/Gc-cfzs8gDY

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Hike with Me NC

Free, fast & easy way to plan your outdoor adventures in Asheville. (Videos sponsored by Namaste in Nature.) Subscribe to the DigLocal Newsletter and on YouTube for 360º videos & tips to help you plan your outdoor adventures! https://bit.ly/hikencwithme

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Looking Glass Falls

Looking Glass Falls is a roadside waterfall and swimming hole with a super easy hike for the whole family. The watering hole is 100% free and great to visit even on chillier days.

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Graveyard Fields (Part Two)

Graveyard Fields Trail (to the Upper Falls) is a 2.9 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near Balsam Grove, North Carolina that features a beautiful waterfall. Check out the 360 degree video created by Hike NC with Me: https://youtu.be/_3ZJGqmvg40

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Graveyard Fields Part 1 (Lower Falls)

Through Graveyard Fields, you can wander amongst all of North Carolina’s beautiful waterfalls and blooming wildflowers. Check out the 360 degree video created by Hike NC with Me:https://youtu.be/EJffzoKQ5Hc

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Devil's Courthouse

Devil’s Courthouse is a short but steep hike to an amazing view near the Blue Ridge Parkway. This is a family friendly, free hike that’s less than a mile! Check out the 360 degree video created by Hike NC with Me: https://youtu.be/SeITlUSHRK4

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Bridal Veil Falls

The Bridal Veil Falls trailhead is located right outside of the High Falls Visitor’s Center. Check out the 360 degree video created by our friends at Hike NC with Me: https://youtu.be/l2gNXvOcNgQ

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Hooker Falls

Hooker Falls is a short, family friendly hike to a 20 foot waterfall in Dupont State Recreational Forest. Check out the 360 degree video created by our friends at Hike NC with Me: https://youtu.be/C7izjmon09s

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Looking Glass Rock

The hike to Looking Glass Rock is a moderate to strenuous trail at 6.1 miles with a rewarding view from the top that makes the hike worth it! Check out the 360 degree video created by our friends at Hike NC with Me: https://youtu.be/CdChLLECCyc

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Wintergreen Falls

Wintergreen Falls is a waterfall and swimming hole off the beaten path in Dupont State Recreational Forest. Check out the 360 degree video created by our friends at Hike NC with Me: https://youtu.be/gaIFPhMTtuU

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High Falls Loop

Looking for some majestical waterfall energy? The popular High Falls loop trail will take you to see High Falls and Triple Falls in Dupont State Recreational Forest. Join Hike NC with Me in experiencing our weekly 360 degree hike!

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