Deep Creek Loop
moderate · 4.4 mi · +500 ft · ~2h · 1h 15m from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: waterfall, tubing, creek, Smokies
Deep Creek Loop is a moderate 4.4-mile hike, about 1h 15m from downtown Asheville. Plan on 2h with 500 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Popular loop past three waterfalls with creek tubing in summer.
Trailhead
35.4534, -83.3689
Make a day of it
- All Fried Up (Restaurants, ★ 4.5) — 3.2 mi from the trailhead
- The Rice Wagon Cherokee (Restaurants, ★ 4.9) — 4.8 mi from the trailhead
- Native Brews Tap & Grill (Restaurants, ★ 4.4) — 4.8 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Deep Creek Loop take?
About 2h for the 4.4-mile hike, with 500 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Deep Creek Loop?
It's rated moderate: 4.4 miles with 500 ft of climbing.
How far is Deep Creek Loop from Asheville?
About 1h 15m by car from downtown Asheville.
Is Deep Creek Loop dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
Similar trails
- Indian Creek Falls: easy · 3.6 mi · +300 ft · ~1h 15m · 1h 15m from downtown · Dog friendly
- Flat Creek Trail: moderate · 5.2 mi · +600 ft · ~2h 15m · 1h 10m from downtown · Dog friendly
- Mouse Creek Falls: moderate · 4 mi · +600 ft · ~2h · 1h 10m from downtown · Dog friendly
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