Florence Nature Preserve
Bent Creek
moderate · 3.5 mi · +700 ft · ~1h 45m · 20 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: views, wildflowers, meadow
Florence Nature Preserve is a moderate 3.5-mile hike in Bent Creek, about 20 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 1h 45m with 700 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Beautiful preserve with mountain meadows and seasonal wildflowers.
Trailhead
35.489, -82.5234
Make a day of it
- Vinnie's Neighborhood Italian South (Restaurants, ★ 4.5) — 0.1 mi from the trailhead
- Pizzeria Napoli (Restaurants, ★ 4.8) — 0.1 mi from the trailhead
- Sawasdee Thai Cuisine (Restaurants, ★ 4.9) — 0.2 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Florence Nature Preserve take?
About 1h 45m for the 3.5-mile hike, with 700 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Florence Nature Preserve?
It's rated moderate: 3.5 miles with 700 ft of climbing.
How far is Florence Nature Preserve from Asheville?
About 20 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Bent Creek.
Is Florence Nature Preserve dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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- Town Mountain Trail: moderate · 2.4 mi · +500 ft · ~1h 15m · 8 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- North Slope Trail: moderate · 4.5 mi · +850 ft · ~2h 15m · 15 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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