Linville trails

The Hawksbill Trail in Linville Gorge offers a rewarding hiking experience that begins with a gradual climb through a forested path lined with rhododendron and hardwood trees. As you ascend, the trail becomes steeper and rockier, with the final stretch requiring a bit of a scramble before reaching the summit.…

Distance: 2.2 mi • Elevation gain: 696 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,944 ft

The Hawksbill Mountain Trail offers hikers an accessible but rewarding adventure in the heart of the Linville Gorge Wilderness. As you climb through rhododendron-filled forests, you’ll encounter rock outcroppings that reward you with breathtaking panoramic views of the gorge below, including vistas of Table…

Distance: 2.1 mi • Elevation gain: 679 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,944 ft

Benarkin State Forest. #MTB #Loop #Benarkin

Distance: 30.9 mi • Elevation gain: 2,631 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,591 ft

Benarkin State Forest. #Hiking #Bike #Benarkin

Distance: 14.1 mi • Elevation gain: 492 ft • Maximum elevation: 1,516 ft

Hike from Linville Gorge Parking to Linville Falls via Erwin's View Trail, Upper Falls Overlook, Chimney View, Gorge View, Erwin's View Outlook, Linville Falls Trail, Linville River, Plunge Basin Trail, Plunge Basin Overlook and Plunge Basin in the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Pisgah National Forest. #Hiking…

Distance: 4.9 mi • Elevation gain: 1,355 ft • Maximum elevation: 3,343 ft

Distance: 0.9 mi • Elevation gain: 89 ft • Maximum elevation: 4,058 ft