Asheville Recreation



Looking for a place to enjoy some outdoor fun? Look no further.
Our mountains are a perfect fix for all of your outdoor needs.

Hiking
I really like Pisgah National Forest, although you have many other options.


Biking
You will find various mountain biking locations around our area. I like the trails at Bent Creek in Asheville. For an even better ride, you can go to the Tsali Trails by Lake Fontana. That’s about 45 minutes to an hour away from Asheville, but well worth the trip.

White Water Rafting
We have many rafting outfitters around the area. I have had some really good times on the Nantahala River. It’s a pretty easy ride and would be more geared for beginners to intermediate rafters. This is in the Nantahala National Forest which is close to Pisgah National Forest, and it's another great hiking and camping area. The Appalachian Trail also comes through the Nantahala Gorge, close to the outdoor center.