Asheville Hiking Tours

26/05/2024

The weather is looking GREAT for our Blue Ghost Firefly experiences, which start this week! Warm nights and hardly any moon make for ideal viewings 😍 Are you joining us?! Due to last minute cancellations, we have available:

***2 rooms on May 31st and 1 Glamping Tent on June 2nd for the Firefly Retreats (food and presentation included)
***Tickets for just the tour on June 1st (1 ticket), 4th (1 ticket), and 5th (3 tickets!)
Go here and scroll down for the three different experiences: https://www.ashevillehikingtours.com/fireflies/

20/05/2024

We've had some Firefly Tour cancellations, and a few tickets remain! Come do a night hike, or the overnight glamping experience. 🏕🌙🌄Get your last-minute Blue Ghost Firefly Tour tickets now! *Remember, your firefly tour dollars help pay for Pisgah National Forest management! https://www.ashevillehikingtours.com/fireflies/

10/05/2024

We are excited to now offer Easy (2-3 miles) and Moderate (3-5 miles) difficulty options for our Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway tour! Join a local naturalist on this waterfall hiking tour and enjoy the best scenery near Asheville. This intimate group tour offers 2-3 stunning waterfalls, local history, wildlife, and edible plants. Transportation and snacks are included with this experience. Come walk with us! Book now at

Discover the hidden gems of the Blue Ridge Parkway and Pisgah National Forest. Join our local naturalists on an unforgettable guided hike with mountain views!

22/03/2024

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22/03/2024

Our unique experience gift cards are perfect for friends and family who love the outdoors! These gifts can be used for our tour offerings on the best hikes near Asheville. We suggest our Blue Ridge Parkway Tour for the best waterfalls and summit views! Our tours are suitable for all ages and hiking levels.

https://www.ashevillehikingtours.com/gift-card/

15/02/2024

The second public information meeting for the Pisgah View State Park Master Plan will be held Thursday, Feb. 15, 2024, from 5-7 p.m. at the Upper Hominy Volunteer Fire and Rescue Department, 1795 Pisgah Highway in Candler. Members of the public are encouraged to drop in at any time and can expect to...

02/01/2024

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Eli had a blast with her last hiking group of the 2023 season. We are so lucky that our guests happen to be some of the best people visiting AVL 😉

02/01/2024

During the icier parts of the year, the Blue Ridge Parkway is traditionally closed BUT this week consisted of sunny days granting our group hike access to some incredible views 😭 Our guides can all agree that our guests truly come with all the good energy that needs to create a magical day in the mountains! This day was no different ☺️

Have you booked a hike for 2024? We are so excited to show you what's in our backyard 🌲🌄

20/11/2023

Can you see the tree's breathing?

20/11/2023

Elevation appreciation: where the sky meets the peaks of the Blue Ridge Mountains ⛰️ 💙

29/10/2023

"Life starts all over again when it gets crisp in the fall." — F. Scott Fitzgerald

📸 Photo by Michele "Daisy" Cook along the Rattle River

29/10/2023

“Whatcha looking at!” 🤣🐻🍂🍁
Imajenation Photography took this along the Blue Ridge Parkway this week!
Update: A portion of the Blue Ridge Parkway has been shut down as visitors have been trying to feed and hold bears. More in the comments.

26/10/2023

Fall 23'

21/10/2023

Yeah, they were all yellow 💛

18/10/2023

What are you waiting for?

16/10/2023

Dare to join us for the spookiest event happening this season? Register at: https://www.ashevillehikingtours.com/haints-in-the-holler-haunted-hike-at-shope-creek/

13/10/2023

Booked a tour with us but forgot your water bottle? No need to worry! Our new merch has got you covered 😊

10/10/2023

Can't beat a day full of off-the-beaten path waterfalls and great hiking buddies 😄

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Location: Pisgah National Forest 🌲
Season: Autumn 🍂

10/10/2023

Embark on a spine-tingling adventure as the Appalachian woods come alive with ghostly folklore! Join our haunted hike at dusk, guided by spooky storytellers and glowing lanterns. Tickets are limited and selling fast! Dare to join us?

As the sun sets and the shadows grow long, our haunted trail beckons the brave to step into a world where characters from local lore come to life in the dark woods around you! Join us on a spine-tingling adventure through the moonlit Appalachian woodlands…

27/09/2023

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Geology Tour! This was a part of our FREE community event series. Guided by professional Geologist Anton DuMars, participants got to learn about the varied geological phenomena in Western North Carolina and got a tutorial on how to read geologic maps!

Keep an eye on our Community Events page (https://www.ashevillehikingtours.com/community-hikes/) and our social media for future events!

19/08/2023

30/07/2023

Spotted Touch Me-Not also known as Jewelweed

29/07/2023

PHOTO DUMP 🙌 Our guides have been having a killer time celebrating summer blooms and fungi season!

🦝 We are passionate about showing our guests the true beauty of nature by hiking off the beaten path!

🦝BOOK A TOUR WITH US AND LETS GET OUTSIDE :)

29/07/2023

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16/06/2023

💕Get ready for unexpected bursts of color on our excursions through Pisgah National Forest! It's Rhododendron season in the mountains.

🐝 Native to Western North Carolina, the Rosebay and Catawba rhododendrons attract bees, butterflies, and naturalists!

13/06/2023

🗻Our guests not only love seeing new landscapes and exploring natural wonders, they also have a great time meeting the new people from all over the world! These fantastic (new) friends shared memories and their Twizzlers! 😍

04/06/2023

Soul-nurturing Birding Tour up the Blue Ridge Parkway this morning! 41 bird species in 3 hours! Fabulous guides, sunny skies and new friends.

25/05/2023

Asheville Hiking Tours values community and connection. We are offering six FREE community events on Wildflowers, Birding, Geology and more, guided by local naturalists! June 4th join us for Birding up the Blue Ridge Parkway while the spring migration is at its best! Learn more about and register for the events here: https://www.ashevillehikingtours.com/community-hikes/

18/05/2023

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18/05/2023