The Lollipop Kephart Loop to Charlies Bunion

For me this was a challenging hike, for two reasons. one, it’s a long uphill and a long downhill with not much elevation change in between. Two, the viewpoint, or the Bunion in this case is a tad more dangerous than I’d like. So for those reasons it was more than just another Sunday morning … Continue reading The Lollipop Kephart Loop to Charlies Bunion

Little Tennessee River Greenway

The Little Tennessee River Greenway is a 6 mile out and back trail located in Franklin, North Carolina. The greenway meanders through wetlands, railroad cuts left behind by the Tallulah Falls Railroad, alongside pastures and through upland forest. Its surface is a mix of paved and non-paved (gravel) sections. The greenway includes plenty of benches, … Continue reading Little Tennessee River Greenway

Swamp Rabbit Trail

The Swamp Rabbit Trail is a 22-mile multi-use (walking and bicycling) greenway that traverses along the Reedy River, an old railroad corridor and City parks to connect Travelers Rest with the City of Greenville, South Carolina (yes, it’s in the North Carolina listing – but it’s so close and so good). The best part for … Continue reading Swamp Rabbit Trail

Noland Creek Trail

The Noland Creek Trail is in total a 18.5 mile out and back trail located near Bryson City, North Carolina that offers the chance to see wildlife and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options. Horses are also able to use this trail. I frequent hike for us in to … Continue reading Noland Creek Trail

Pisgah Intro Trail

8 miles max ride, 1hr 15min drive to City of Brevard Sports Complex starting point. Planned out this route for my family and friends as an easy intro to Pisgah without a ton of elevation. Everyone loved it with skills ranging from young and old beginners to experienced Youth NICA Athletes and coaches. Start at … Continue reading Pisgah Intro Trail

Lakeshore Trail

Lakeshore Trail (BMT) is a 9 mile less popular blue single track trail located near Fontana Dam North Carolina. This hike primary trail can be used both directions. 9.5 max ride, 40 min drive to Lakeshore Trail Trailhead, Lakeshore Trail, Bryson City, NC 28713 Continue reading Lakeshore Trail