Trails & Hiking

Old Butt Knob Trail NC – Strenuous Shining Rock Wilderness Views

Cold Mountain Trail NC – Strenuous Summit Hike in Pisgah National Forest

Art Loeb Spur Trail NC – Short Strenuous Panoramic View in Pisgah National Forest

Ivestor Gap Trail NC – Easy High-Bald Views in Pisgah National Forest

Slick Rock Falls Trail NC – Short Waterfall Hike in Pisgah National Forest

Pink Beds Loop Trail NC – Easy Wetland Loop in Pisgah National Forest

Catawba Falls Trail NC – Waterfall Loop in Pisgah National Forest

Max Patch – Panoramic Bald Summit

Max Patch is Western North Carolina’s benchmark scenic hike — a grassy bald summit at 4,629 ft with unobstructed 360-degree views of the Black Mountains, Great Smoky Mountains, and Pisgah ridgelines in every direction. On clear days, the view extends 80+ miles. No trees. No…

Bridal Veil Falls NC – Scenic Waterfall Hike Near Brevard

Overview Bridal Veil Falls Area is one of the best-known scenic hiking areas in Western North Carolina for visitors who want a memorable trail experience and a strong scenic reward. Located near Cedar Mountain, NC, this area is popular because it offers a fuller outdoor…

Cedar Rock NC – Strenuous Granite Dome Hike Near Brevard

Overview Cedar Rock Area is one of the best-known hiking areas in Western North Carolina for visitors who want a memorable trail experience and a strong scenic reward. Located near Cedar Mountain, NC, this area is popular because it offers a fuller outdoor experience than a…

Glen Falls NC – Multi Tier Waterfall Hike Near Highlands

Overview Glen Falls Area is one of the best-known waterfall hiking areas in Western North Carolina for visitors who want a memorable trail experience and a strong scenic reward. Located near Highlands, NC, this area is popular because it offers a fuller outdoor experience than a…

Rough Ridge NC – Scenic Viewpoint Hike Near Blowing Rock

OverviewRough Ridge Area is one of the best-known scenic hiking areas in Western North Carolina for visitors who want a memorable trail experience and a strong scenic reward. Located near Blowing Rock, NC, this area is popular because it offers a fuller outdoor experience than a…