Quick Details
Transportation and Meeting place: Transportation is provided from the meeting place at Ultra Coffee at 242 Clingman Ave Ext, Asheville, NC 28801. (Guests may take a taxi/Lyft to the meeting location.)
Tour time: Meet your guide at the start time available on the calendar, or listed in your confirmation e-mail. Start times vary seasonally, but are always in the early morning to beat the crowds to the very best waterfalls! Tours last about 4 1/2 to 5 hours long.
Difficulty: Easy to moderate forest walks, around 2.5 miles total. Expect some uneven terrain and slight trail inclines.
Required footwear: Sturdy tennis shoes or hiking boots, rubber outsoles (recommended)
Recommended clothing: Rainwear (either rain jacket or poncho); multiple layers (for chilly mornings or high elevation destinations), warm hat and gloves may be necessary
Recommended personal items: Water and snacks (both can be purchased at start of tour), Ziploc or dry bag (to protect items, such as small electronics, from rain), a bag to dispose of any potential litter items (such as food wrappers)
What’s provided:Hiking poles, poncho in case of light rain, transportation, and multiple stunning waterfalls, guaranteed!
Gratuity: Never required but always appreciated!
Experience gorgeous winter trails in Asheville
Find out why Asheville locals LOVE hiking in the winter! Join us on tourist-free trails as we take in lovely winter hues and enjoy hot chocolate and tea in the remote wilderness. At our meeting place, start the morning with the fresh aroma at Asheville’s Ultra Coffee, where we will meet before your tour. After a 45-minute drive will reach Pisgah National Forest. We spend 4 hours exploring the best of Pisgah, visiting multi-tiered waterfalls, hidden pools, rock overhangs, and more!
Your guide will integrate hikes (according to your interests) for a total distance of around 2.5 to 3 miles, walking at a leisurely pace and discussing the edible and medicinal properties of unique trees and wildflowers along the way! For inexperienced hikers, your guide will be sure to provide you with tips for navigating the roots, rocks, and mud that give our Southern Appalachian rainforest its character.
Rain/ice/snow policy: Our early morning departure helps us avoid the afternoon precipitation. In case of heavy rain or inclement weather, full refunds are provided.