Cedar Rock Trail
Pisgah National Forest
moderate · 4.4 mi · +900 ft · ~2h 15m · 40 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: granite slab, views, Pisgah
Cedar Rock Trail is a moderate 4.4-mile hike in Pisgah National Forest, about 40 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 2h 15m with 900 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Hike to an open granite slab with sweeping views of Pisgah National Forest.
Trailhead
35.2756, -82.7956
Make a day of it
- 185 King Street (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 4.2 mi from the trailhead
- Noblebräu Brewing (Breweries, ★ 4.6) — 4.2 mi from the trailhead
- Vescovo Neighborhood Eatery (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 4.3 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Cedar Rock Trail take?
About 2h 15m for the 4.4-mile hike, with 900 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Cedar Rock Trail?
It's rated moderate: 4.4 miles with 900 ft of climbing.
How far is Cedar Rock Trail from Asheville?
About 40 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Pisgah National Forest.
Is Cedar Rock Trail dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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