Overview
Discover the best hidden waterfalls of the Pisgah National Forest on this half-day guided tour. This experience takes you off the beaten path to three different mountain waterfalls that many tourists miss. It is a relaxed, photo-friendly walk lush forests, perfect for visitors or new Asheville residents who want a "low-stakes" introduction to the local landscape.
Highlights
Three Mountain Waterfalls: A guided route to three distinct falls, including quiet river pools and rushing mountain streams.
Off-the-Beaten-Path Trails: Explore the "hidden" side of Pisgah away from the most crowded tourist overlooks.
Local Botany: Learn about the unique plants of the Southern Appalachians, from rhododendron thickets to local herbs.
Complete Convenience: Includes a round-trip ride from Asheville, trail snacks, and the use of daypacks and trekking poles.
Meet your guide
Eli Adams
Hiking & Backpacking Guide for Blue Ridge Hiking Company in Asheville, NC
Originally from South Florida, Eli is a former kayak guide who traded the Gulf Coast for the Appalachian Mountains. With four years as a mountain guide, she spends her free time foraging and studying Appalachian ecosystems while running a local hiking club that partners with WNC conservation non-profits. If you are looking for an energetic guide with a keen eye for flora and forest lore, Eli is your guide! To further outdoor inclusivity, she is currently re-learning her first language and hopes to begin guiding Spanish-speaking groups within the next year.
Total Mileage:
2-3 Miles
Transportation Included?
Yes, from a central point in downtown Asheville.
Tendency for Break
Occasional and as needed: We keep a steady rhythm but stop for water, snacks, and interesting trail finds.
Duration:
5 Hours : We’ll be out for 5 hours total, counting the drive to the trailhead and our time walking in the woods.
Strenuous Level:
Expect to walk over some bumpy ground and small hills, but we keep the pace relaxed so everyone can manage the inclines comfortably.
Pace:
Relaxed and Moderate: Expect a manageable mix of steady walking and resting, where we push ourselves just enough to reach the view but never enough to feel rushed.
Max Group Size:
6 Hikers
Minimum Age:
6 Years Old
Experienced Needed?
If you can walk on uneven ground like rocks and roots, we can teach you everything else you need to know.
This experience is perfect for:
This is for visitors and new residents who want to skip the crowded tourist spots and find the quiet, hidden trails that make the Asheville area special.
What's Included:
A local guide who knows the quiet, off-the-beaten-path trails.
Round-trip transportation from the downtown meeting point.
Trail snacks and the use of trekking poles and daypacks if you need them.
What's Not Included:
Meals beyond the provided trail snacks.
Personal hiking shoes and clothing.
Gratuities for your local guide.
Cancellation Policy:
We hike in most weather conditions unless it becomes severe, but our policy includes a 15% non-refundable administrative fee and one complimentary rescheduling opportunity; cancellations more than seven days in advance receive a refund minus the fee, while those within seven days qualify for a 50% refund, and within 48 hours, refunds are only issued if we cancel the trip due to weather.
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