Haw Creek Overlook Trail
moderate · 1.8 mi · +450 ft · ~55 min · 12 min from downtown
Features: overlook, quiet, forest
Haw Creek Overlook Trail is a moderate 1.8-mile hike, about 12 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 55 min with 450 ft of elevation gain.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Quiet trail to a scenic overlook east of town.
Trailhead
35.5534, -82.4845
Make a day of it
- Cultivated Cocktails Distillery Tavern (Breweries, ★ 4.7) — 0.3 mi from the trailhead
- Piazza (Restaurants, ★ 4.5) — 0.7 mi from the trailhead
- The Meadow At Highland Brewing (Breweries, ★ 4.7) — 1.4 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Haw Creek Overlook Trail take?
About 55 min for the 1.8-mile hike, with 450 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Haw Creek Overlook Trail?
It's rated moderate: 1.8 miles with 450 ft of climbing.
How far is Haw Creek Overlook Trail from Asheville?
About 12 min by car from downtown Asheville.
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