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Enjoy beautiful scenery along the Blue Ridge Parkway and breathtaking views of eastern Buncombe County by joining us on a hike.
Hike locations were chosen due to their moderate difficulty so that anyone and everyone can get out and enjoy the beautiful scenery. Participants are led by an experienced guide and the pace is set to the pace of the participants.
- Saturday, November 4 @ 10am
Lane Pinnacle on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Participants will hike up to the summit of Lane Pinnacle. It is a relatively challenging hike across ridges and up a few wooden ladders to a beautiful view at the top. This hike will also showcase a short section of the beautiful Mountains to Sea trail.
- Sunday, December 3 @ 10am
High Windy at the YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly
The High Windy hike is a challenge hike, it is a 7.4 mile hike and difficult as you will be climbing 1600 feet in 2.5 miles.
Buncombe County Recreation Services hikes are being held in conjunction with Go Hike NC and Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina. These hikes are a continuing effort to offer experiences for residents who are new to outdoor recreation and is in conjunction with our Buncombe Outdoors Initiative.
Participants are asked to preregister at GoHikeNC.com.