What we’re about
Interested in taking a short, long, or somewhere in the middle length hike in western North Carolina? Everything from a quick (3-4 hour) hike to a full day of hiking. Check us out and experience the pristine and amazing wilderness of western North Carolina!!!
Everyone is welcome to the group, beginner or expert, 2 legs or 4 (depending on the hike organizer and the location), young and old. Please note that, while the group is open to everyone, not all hikes are appropriate for everyone. Hike organizers reserve the right to limit the hike size and screen potential participants to ensure their own safety and that of others in the group. Hike organizers will also try to post as much information as possible about the hike, however since there are so many trails in the area, we have not always hiked them before and are sometimes relying on published or posted information.
The fee for this meetup group is paid for by the Organizer. Contact the organizer, Tracey, if you would like to donate to the meetup fees. Please remember that our hike leaders are volunteers. We are doing this because we enjoy hiking, and want everyone else to enjoy it too.
Suggestions are GREATLY appreciated! So, come on in, interact, enjoy yourself, and we'll see you on the trail!
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- Folk Art to Haw Creek Valley Overlook via Bull MtnFolk Art Center, Asheville, NC
The Bull Mountain area, west of the Parkway and north of the Folk Art Center, has a rabbit warren of neighborhood social trails near the MST. It offers an alternative and interesting route up to the Haw Creek Valley overlook. We'll start at Folk Art and the MST to the Bull Mountain Trailhead, then walk up Bull Mountain to the Bull Mountain Labyrinth--sans Minitaur--and then hike our way through the area where squirrels fall out of trees up to the Parkway at milepost 381. Using a spur trail, we'll access the MST to the Haw Creek Valley overlook (aka lunch rock) where we'll take our break. Afterwards, it's MST all the way back to Folk Art.
A few trails have several large tree trunks straddling them. If you can't climb over a 4-foot tree trunk, this is, perhaps, not your hike.
There be bears in the Bull Mountain area; ergo, no dogs.
Stats:
Distance: approx. 6.5 miles
Pace: approx. 2 mph
Ascent: approx. 800 feetRelease of Liability Boilerplate:
The organizer of this trip is a volunteer and not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this trip. If you sign up or participate in this event you acknowledge that you freely and voluntarily agree to assume all risks of injuries, illnesses, and damages arising from, as a result of, and associated with this event. In addition, you acknowledge that you agree to the Meetup terms: [https://www.meetup.com/terms](https://www.meetup.com/terms) - Scenic AVL #8: Beaver Lake to Reynolds MountainMidland/Edgelawn Y in the Road, Asheville , NC
Rating: Strenuous (climb up Reynold's is steep)
Distance: 6 miles
Elevation Gain: 1000
Surface: Road
Pace: 3.2 mph, best effort on push up Reynolds
Features: mountain views
Bears: Not likely
Dogs: On leash
Gear: HEADLAMP or FLASH LIGHTRoute:
Reynold's MountainThis route was suggested by Andy B. If you have a route you would like to suggest, please let me know!
Scenic Asheville Series: There are 9 hikes in the series; hike them all and receive an attractive badge for your backpack**.** Check your progress HERE. Special perk for Badge Holders: You can always come on the hike, even if you are on the wait list
RSVP and On-Time Start:
- If you decide you cannot come, please change your RSVP
- If you must cancel, please change your status to "Not Going" as soon as possible so wait-listers can have sufficient notice.
- There are generally 1 or 2 no-shows on my hikes, so we don't wait for people to arrive. If you are late, you'll be left behind. In some hikes, there are "if late" instructions to intercept us.
- Notes and comments are genuinely appreciated.
No Guests: Please ask guests to sign up for the hike themselves.
Disclaimer and Release of Liability:
This activity involves hiking on city streets that may have traffic. Participants are responsible for their safety on streets and trails. The organizer of this trip is a volunteer and not a professional guide. The function of the organizer is only to organize this trip. If you sign up or participate in this event you acknowledge that you freely and voluntarily agree to assume all risks of injuries, illnesses, and damages arising from, as a result of, and associated with this event. In addition, you acknowledge that you agree to the Meetup terms: https://www.meetup.com/terms - Montford-UNCA Stroll -- 6. mi., 550 ft. elev. gainHarris Teeter, Asheville, NC
[Sign-up opens at 8:00 PM Sunday 9/28]
New Route! I recently scouted this urban hike and really enjoyed it. It includes wooded trails, side streets in nice neighborhoods, greenways, campus access paths, and the stately Riverside Cemetery. The route covers roughly 6 miles with 550' elevation gain. It's hilly in places. Our pace will be in the moderate range, around 2.5 mph. We'll take a short snack break around halfway through.
Dog Policy: Dogs are extremely welcome but must be leashed.
Guest Policy: If you'd like to bring a guest, they should join the Asheville Hiking Group and sign up for the hike on their own. Alternatively, contact me in advance and ask if it's okay to bring a "+1" after you've made it onto the "Going" list. Depending on timing and demand, I MAY be able to add your guest.
MEET-UP TIME AND PLACE
We'll meet at 9:00 am at the southwest corner of the Harris-Teeter parking lot off Merrimon Ave. That's the back of the parking lot relative to the store, at the corner closest to Chestnut St. Please be on time, or a little early.DIRECTIONS
The Harris-Teeter parking lot entrance is on Chestnut St. across the street from Trader Joe's. Enter from the street, take an immediate left, and head to the area furthest from the H-T store entrance.
Google Maps LinkCOURTESY TO WAIT-LISTERS (Please abide!)
Only sign up if you *TRULY* plan to come. If you must cancel, please change your status to "Not Going" as soon as possible so wait-listers will have sufficient notice. And please please PLEASE don't be a no-show.If you're on the waiting list, keep checking the evening before. Despite what I wrote above, we always get last-minute dropouts.
WEATHER
I'll monitor National Weather Service forecasts for the hike area and email cancellation messages by 7:30 AM if the forecast is for more than a 50% chance of precipitation.QUESTIONS?
If you have any questions, message me through MeetUp until 8:30 AM the day of. Cell reception may be sketchy, but you can try to text or call me up to the start of the hike: (803) 767-3094.--------------------
LEGALESE
This Asheville Hiking Group event involves hiking and, possibly, transportation to and from the meetup site. Participants are responsible for their own safety and, by joining a hike, affirm that they have the appropriate skills, physical conditioning, equipment, and supplies. Hiking may involve risks to oneself and property. Neither your hike organizer nor Asheville Hiking Group can eliminate all risks or be responsible for your well-being. Participants assume full responsibility for any injuries, damages, or losses.
