Buck Spring Trail
moderate · 5.8 mi · +900 ft · ~3h · 35 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: forest, history, Vanderbilt
Buck Spring Trail is a moderate 5.8-mile hike, about 35 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 3h with 900 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Historic trail once used by the Vanderbilts, through beautiful hardwood forest.
Trailhead
35.4123, -82.7456
Make a day of it
- Rocky Face Tavern (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 4.4 mi from the trailhead
- Budgie's Bakeshop - Bakery and Coffee Shop (Coffee Shops, ★ 4.8) — 4.9 mi from the trailhead
- Pisgah Coffee Roasters ® (Coffee Shops, ★ 4.9) — 8.2 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Buck Spring Trail take?
About 3h for the 5.8-mile hike, with 900 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Buck Spring Trail?
It's rated moderate: 5.8 miles with 900 ft of climbing.
How far is Buck Spring Trail from Asheville?
About 35 min by car from downtown Asheville.
Is Buck Spring Trail dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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- Craven Gap Trail: moderate · 2.8 mi · +550 ft · ~1h 25m · 12 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Haw Creek Overlook Trail: moderate · 1.8 mi · +450 ft · ~55 min · 12 min from downtown
- Trombatore Trail: moderate · 3.6 mi · +600 ft · ~1h 45m · 12 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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