Joyce Kilmer Memorial Loop
easy · 2 mi · +200 ft · ~45 min · 1h 35m from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: old growth, virgin forest, interpretive
Joyce Kilmer Memorial Loop is an easy 2-mile hike, about 1h 35m from downtown Asheville. Plan on 45 min with 200 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Walk through one of the last remaining virgin forests in the eastern US.
Trailhead
35.3512, -83.9256
Make a day of it
- Graff's Tavern (Restaurants, ★ 4.7) — 33.3 mi from the trailhead
- Tennessee Cider Company (Breweries, ★ 4.8) — 34.1 mi from the trailhead
- All Fried Up (Restaurants, ★ 4.5) — 35.1 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Joyce Kilmer Memorial Loop take?
About 45 min for the 2-mile hike, with 200 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Joyce Kilmer Memorial Loop?
It's rated easy: 2 miles with 200 ft of climbing.
How far is Joyce Kilmer Memorial Loop from Asheville?
About 1h 35m by car from downtown Asheville.
Is Joyce Kilmer Memorial Loop dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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- Cradle of Forestry Loop: easy · 1 mi · +100 ft · ~20 min · 40 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Richland Balsam Trail: easy · 1.5 mi · +300 ft · ~35 min · 55 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Laurel River Trail: moderate · 5 mi · +600 ft · ~2h 30m · 35 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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