Richmond Hill Loop
easy · 3 mi · +350 ft · ~1h · 10 min from downtown · Dog friendly
Features: river views, easy, historic
Richmond Hill Loop is an easy 3-mile hike, about 10 min from downtown Asheville. Plan on 1h with 350 ft of elevation gain. Dogs are welcome.
Directions to the trailhead · Plan a full day around this hike
About the hike
Easy loop with views of the French Broad River near a historic inn.
Trailhead
35.6012, -82.5834
Make a day of it
- Earth Fare (Coffee Shops, ★ 4.2) — 0.7 mi from the trailhead
- Gemelli (Restaurants, ★ 4.5) — 0.8 mi from the trailhead
- Michelangelo NY Pizza & Pasta (formerly known as Favilla’s NY Pizza) (Restaurants, ★ 4.5) — 0.8 mi from the trailhead
Questions
How long does Richmond Hill Loop take?
About 1h for the 3-mile hike, with 350 ft of elevation gain.
How hard is Richmond Hill Loop?
It's rated easy: 3 miles with 350 ft of climbing.
How far is Richmond Hill Loop from Asheville?
About 10 min by car from downtown Asheville.
Is Richmond Hill Loop dog friendly?
Yes. Dogs are welcome on this trail.
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- Chestnut Cove Overlook Trail: easy · 1.2 mi · +200 ft · ~25 min · 22 min from downtown · Dog friendly
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