Pine Tree Loop
Bent Creek
moderate · 3.2 mi · +550 ft · ~1h 30m · 15 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: Bent Creek, pine forest, ridge
Pine Tree Loop is a moderate 3.2-mile hike in Bent Creek, about 15 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 1h 30m with 550 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Moderate loop through pine and hardwood forest with ridge views.
Trailhead
35.4789, -82.6145
Make a day of it
- Apollo Flame Bistro - Brevard Rd (Restaurants, ★ 4.5) — 3.2 mi from the trailhead
- 131 MAIN Restaurant (Restaurants, ★ 4.6) — 3.2 mi from the trailhead
- Fork Lore (Restaurants, ★ 4.4) — 3.3 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Pine Tree Loop take?
About 1h 30m for the 3.2-mile hike, with 550 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Pine Tree Loop?
It's rated moderate: 3.2 miles with 550 ft of climbing.
How far is Pine Tree Loop from Asheville?
About 15 min by car from downtown Asheville, in Bent Creek.
Is Pine Tree Loop dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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- North Slope Trail: moderate · 4.5 mi · +850 ft · ~2h 15m · 15 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Owl Ridge Trail: moderate · 2.6 mi · +500 ft · ~1h 15m · 15 min from downtown · Dog friendly
- Grassy Knob Trail: moderate · 3.8 mi · +750 ft · ~2h · 18 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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