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These 17 Hikes Near Asheville are Worth It

Updated April 22, 2026
Lea Rose Allbaugh
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As a Western NC local and outdoor enthusiast, I’m here to help you pick the best hikes near Asheville. After all, hiking is one of the best things to do in this mountain city!   This guide will cover Asheville hiking trails with mountain peaks, woodland scenery, and plunging waterfalls. Whether you’re a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or a hiking newbie, there’s a hike near Asheville in this article for you to discover!

17 Best Hikes Near Asheville DuPont State Forest Three Waterfall Hike A family-friendly waterfall hike nestled in DuPont State Forest. Triple Falls in early autumn 🥾 Moderate | 2.2 miles | 📍 Google Maps | Website | 1 hour drive from Asheville | Cost: Free DuPont State Forest is home to some of the best hiking trails i...

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Lea Rose Allbaugh is Travel Lemming's managing editor and writer from the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina. She’s currently based in Chicago (except for when she’s on a traveling stint), and is obsessed with all things travel. She caught the travel bug back in 2015 during an exchange to the Netherlands, and has been traveling ever since. Through her writing, she hopes to inspire others to get up and go experience the world. Aside from travel, she loves reading, writing, and anything creative. She writes on her website Written World.