North Carolina is the great trails state. And there’s no better place to celebrate The Year of the Trail than in Transylvania County. Home to Pisgah National Forest, DuPont State Recreational Forest, Headwaters State Forest and Gorges State Park, our beautiful county is over 50% public lands, resulting in a richness and diversity of trails unmatched in North Carolina.

Consider our 300 miles of epic singletrack, ideal for mountain bikers. Plus hundreds of miles of multi-use trails catering to hikers, equestrians, birdwatchers and wildflower lovers. Our meandering streams and rivers, including the French Broad and the Davidson (a Top 100 trout stream) offer endless opportunities for paddlers and anglers. Not to mention an extensive network of unpaved roads that are tailor-made for gravel cycling enthusiasts.

For your convenience, we’ve compiled a curated list of great trail experiences to help you make the most of the Year of the Trail. We’ve also included information on our Leave It Better initiative which shows how you can help preserve the quality of Transylvania County’s woods and water for future generations to enjoy.