Outdoor & RecreationBest Hikes Near Asheville (and What Is Still Closed After Helene)
Easy garden walks, Blue Ridge Parkway trails, and day-trip hikes near Asheville, with the Helene closures we could confirm.
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Blue Ridge Parkway (Asheville Area)
America's favorite scenic drive winds past Asheville. Much of it is open, but some Helene-damaged sections north of Mount Mitchell are still closed.
East Asheville
02Craggy Gardens
A high-elevation Blue Ridge Parkway stop north of Asheville with trails, mountain views, and rhododendron-covered balds.
East Asheville
03Mount Mitchell State Park
The highest point east of the Mississippi River, at 6,684 feet, with an observation deck at the summit.
East Asheville
04The North Carolina Arboretum
434 acres of gardens and trails in the Bent Creek area, with a bonsai exhibition garden, classes, and the Winter Lights display.
South Asheville
05Asheville Botanical Garden
A native-plant garden near UNC Asheville showcasing the flora of the Southern Appalachians.
North Asheville
06Pack Square Park
Downtown's central public square, home to Art in the Park, festivals, and outdoor concerts.
Downtown Asheville
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