Asheville has wonderful outdoor space. We are very lucky to live here.
We're surrounded by the Pisgah Forrest. And the Nantahala and Great Smokey Mountains are just next door as well.
It’s a Mecca for trail running, mountain biking, and hiking.
But sometimes people aren’t able to run or hike due to injuries or just personal preference.
But everyone can ride a bike…
Where to Ride
Unfortunately, if you try to ride out of your house you’ll hit a bunch of intense hills, crowded streets, and angry drivers.
So it’s much more effective to drive to one of these trails to get your exercise.
Trails
*distance is measured 1 way not out and back
The Ecustra Trail - from Hendersonville to Brevard (19 miles when finished)
The Swamp Rabbit Trail - Travelers Rest to Greenville (28 miles)
Thermal Belt Trail - Rutherfordton, Spindale and Forest City (14 miles)
Point Lookout Trail - Old Fort into Pisgah National Forest (4 miles, 900 feet elevation)
French Broad River Greenway Trail - Asheville (4 miles)
Oklawaha Greenway - Hendersonville (4 miles)