Waterfalls and Blue Ridge Parkway Hiking Tour with Expert Naturalist
Overview
-Learn about the area’s history, plants, and wildlife from your naturalist guide
-Visit famous waterfalls and ones that most tourists miss
-See the best of the Blue Ridge Parkway’s expansive mountain views
Inclusions
- Local guide
- Hiking Poles
- Ponchos
- Air-conditioned vehicle
What to expect
This tour shows off the BEST waterfalls and views near Asheville in only a half day! Your guide is an expert naturalist, ready to point out fascinating wildlife and plants along the trails. You will end the tour feeling inspired by the scenery and the stories!
Visit both the biggest waterfalls and also “off the beaten path” waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest, home to 250+ waterfalls. We explore the stunning trails of Pisgah National Forest and the iconic Blue Ridge Parkway for a total of 4 1/2 hours.
Once entering the National Forest, you will hike to 2+ waterfalls for a total distance of about 3 miles, taking in stunning Appalachian scenery and even tasting edible plants along the way. Wrap up your tour with endless views of mountain peaks and fertile valleys along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Wear sturdy shoes or boots, and bring an extra layer to wear. Waters and snacks may be purchased at the meeting place at the beginning of your tour.
Stop At:
• Blue Ridge Parkway, NC
• Looking Glass Falls, Hwy 276, Pisgah Forest, NC
• Pisgah National Forest, Pisgah Forest, NC
• Sliding Rock, Pisgah Forest, NC
• Pisgah Fish Hatchery, 1401 Fish Hatchery Rd, Pisgah Forest, NC
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Service animals allowed
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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This was by far the best hiking tour I have been on. Paul was our guide and was extremely knowledgeable and showed us some of the most pristine spots Pisgah Forest and the Blue Ridge have to offer. This tour is beginner friendly but will be just as enjoyable if you are a seasoned hiker as well. H...
This was by far the best hiking tour I have been on. Paul was our guide and was extremely knowledgeable and showed us some of the most pristine spots Pisgah Forest and the Blue Ridge have to offer. This tour is beginner friendly but will be just as enjoyable if you are a seasoned hiker as well. Highly Recommend!Asheville Hiking Tours was a wonderful & unique experience! Our hiking tour was led by Paul who was enthusiastic & exceptionally knowledgeable. Our guide brought our wonderful small group of hikers together through laughs, & a deep dive into the diverse flora & fauna of the Blue Ridge Mountains...
Asheville Hiking Tours was a wonderful & unique experience! Our hiking tour was led by Paul who was enthusiastic & exceptionally knowledgeable. Our guide brought our wonderful small group of hikers together through laughs, & a deep dive into the diverse flora & fauna of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Each stop along the way was a gem, all quiet & breathtaking. In total we saw 3 GORGEOUS waterfall views in just 2.5 miles total on a beginner level hike, Paul was also gracious enough to be everyone’s photographer. We were in professional hands where safety is first & were provided equipment for a smooth & accommodating hike. This tour is a must for the whole family to explore some of the most beautiful parts of the country & make some new friends along the way!It was an invigorating walking and an educational event. Our guide Paul was very knowledgeable. He was informative and included all the group members in the conversations. He was also concerned about our needs and limitations. Bill did a good job mentoring Paul. Paul is a fine young Man and a cr...
It was an invigorating walking and an educational event. Our guide Paul was very knowledgeable. He was informative and included all the group members in the conversations. He was also concerned about our needs and limitations. Bill did a good job mentoring Paul. Paul is a fine young Man and a credit to his profession.Wow, what an experience!! We had the pleasure of touring with Paul through Pisgah National Forest trails today and it was epic. The views were stunning, waterfalls majestic and stress-reducing, and learned about species of birds, trees, mushrooms, medicinal plants, and more. Paul was a wealth of ...
Wow, what an experience!! We had the pleasure of touring with Paul through Pisgah National Forest trails today and it was epic. The views were stunning, waterfalls majestic and stress-reducing, and learned about species of birds, trees, mushrooms, medicinal plants, and more. Paul was a wealth of knowledge, fun, personable, the tour is something we will never forget, and we will do it again. Thank you Paul Asheville Hiking Tours for reminding us to slow down, respect our beautiful surroundings, and breathe in that mountain air. 🤍We had an amazing hiking tour with Eli. She was extremely knowledgeable and also fun. I’m glad we made the decision to go with the tour and not try to figure it out on our own. We can’t wait to do it again!
We had an amazing hiking tour with Eli. She was extremely knowledgeable and also fun. I’m glad we made the decision to go with the tour and not try to figure it out on our own. We can’t wait to do it again!Our tour guide Eli started the morning with a bright genuine smile and instantly worked to make connections with our entire group. Before we even loaded up she had the group chatting like old friends. She checked in frequently to ensure we were all getting the attention and experience we wanted...
Our tour guide Eli started the morning with a bright genuine smile and instantly worked to make connections with our entire group. Before we even loaded up she had the group chatting like old friends. She checked in frequently to ensure we were all getting the attention and experience we wanted. We threw a lot at her with a little guy who gets carsick and an enthusiastic, budding naturalist who talks and talk and talks. :). Eli handled everything with grace while continuing to provide a fantastic tour experience of gorgeous waterfalls and the Blue Ridge Parkway. We saw areas of the forest we would never have found without a guide. My only disappointment is that we aren’t doing another tour today. Thank you Asheville Hiking Tours!