Grassy Knob Trail
Bent Creek
moderate · 3.8 mi · +750 ft · ~2h · 18 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: ridge, forest, quiet
Grassy Knob Trail is a moderate 3.8-mile hike in Bent Creek, about 18 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 2h with 750 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Moderate ridge hike through quiet forest south of Asheville.
Trailhead
35.5034, -82.5912
Make a day of it
- Apollo Flame Bistro - Brevard Rd (Restaurants, ★ 4.5) — 1.7 mi from the trailhead
- Stone Ridge Tavern (Restaurants, ★ 4.4) — 1.8 mi from the trailhead
- Harbor Inn Seafood Asheville (Restaurants, ★ 4.3) — 1.9 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Grassy Knob Trail take?
About 2h for the 3.8-mile hike, with 750 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Grassy Knob Trail?
It's rated moderate: 3.8 miles with 750 ft of climbing.
How far is Grassy Knob Trail from Asheville?
About 18 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Bent Creek.
Is Grassy Knob Trail dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
Similar trails
- Sleepy Gap Trail: moderate · 4 mi · +800 ft · ~2h · 25 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Haw Creek Overlook Trail: moderate · 1.8 mi · +450 ft · ~55 min · 12 min from downtown
- Owl Ridge Trail: moderate · 2.6 mi · +500 ft · ~1h 15m · 15 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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