Carrier Park Greenway
Bent Creek
easy · 1.5 mi · +25 ft · ~25 min · 5 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: greenway, paved, river
Carrier Park Greenway is an easy 1.5-mile hike in Bent Creek, about 5 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 25 min with 25 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Short paved path along the French Broad River.
Trailhead
35.5712, -82.5856
Make a day of it
- One World Brewing West (Breweries, ★ 4.6) — 0.5 mi from the trailhead
- Early Girl Eatery (Restaurants, ★ 4.3) — 0.5 mi from the trailhead
- The Whale A Craft Beer Collective (Breweries, ★ 4.8) — 0.5 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Carrier Park Greenway take?
About 25 min for the 1.5-mile hike, with 25 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Carrier Park Greenway?
It's rated easy: 1.5 miles with 25 ft of climbing.
How far is Carrier Park Greenway from Asheville?
About 5 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Bent Creek.
Is Carrier Park Greenway dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
Similar trails
- French Broad River Park Loop: easy · 2 mi · +50 ft · ~35 min · 5 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Reed Creek Greenway: easy · 2.2 mi · +75 ft · ~40 min · 5 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Hominy Creek Greenway: easy · 2.4 mi · +100 ft · ~45 min · 10 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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