Biltmore Estate: Walk the Westover Black Trails

Located at The Inn on Biltmore Estate, the Westover Black Trails provide access to some of Biltmore's beautiful woodlands. We will loop the Black Trail in a counterclockwise direction.

Biltmore says it is 3.5 miles. The Black Trail is narrow. It is a moderately difficult trail. There is elevation change, but just a bit strenuous. (For those who have walked the Green and Blue Trails, there is less chance for confusion.)

When you drive to the Inn, you will turn onto its access road. Near the entrance to the Inn is the entrance to the parking area. There are two rows of parking, an upper row closer to the Inn, and a lower row a little further from the Inn. We will gather on the lower row at the far end (away from the Inn).

If you need a restroom prior to the walk, Antler Hill is very close and there are public restrooms there. No restroom facilities are available during the walk.

Dress appropriately for the weather. Tennis shoes are fine, unless it has rained a lot recently, in which case you will want light hiking boots. Walking sticks are desirable; I plan to use two. As always, bring plenty of water and a protein snack. Dogs on leash are welcome if they are accustomed to trail walking. Trail strollers would find this a bit difficult.

There is a grounds admission fee. We walk at Biltmore several times each year, so an annual grounds pass is highly recommended.

Many regular Biltmore guests have never walked the Westover Trails. I think you will enjoy these.