Hiked this since '95. Much of the ruins are buried under downed trees toppled by Helene though trail has been cleared. If you're from lower elevations expect the hike from the parkway at the...

The hike is worth checking out if you are in the Asheville area for more than a month. Otherwise perhaps prioritize other hikes. The parking area was kind of a joke...it only fit 3 cars, maybe...

The Rattlesnake Lodge hike is one of the classic day trips from Asheville. In my 16 years of living in Asheville, I did a woefully bad job of getting out hiking and having fun day trips around the...

A nice hike, not too hard but uphill most of the way. Very pretty scenery. Narrow trail, you'll be behind, not beside your partner. Not many look off areas, mostly woods, rhododendrons, gets...