Cradle of Forestry Loop
Pisgah National Forest
easy · 1 mi · +100 ft · ~20 min · 40 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: interpretive, history, family friendly
Cradle of Forestry Loop is an easy 1-mile hike in Pisgah National Forest, about 40 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 20 min with 100 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Educational loop at the birthplace of American forestry.
Trailhead
35.3345, -82.7612
Make a day of it
- Corky's Dawg House (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 5.4 mi from the trailhead
- The Velvet Cup Coffee Truck (Coffee Shops, ★ 4.7) — 5.7 mi from the trailhead
- Gordingo's (Restaurants, ★ 4.8) — 5.7 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Cradle of Forestry Loop take?
About 20 min for the 1-mile hike, with 100 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Cradle of Forestry Loop?
It's rated easy: 1 miles with 100 ft of climbing.
How far is Cradle of Forestry Loop from Asheville?
About 40 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Pisgah National Forest.
Is Cradle of Forestry Loop dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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